SmartBean Review
This first-ever children’s book from Stephen Hawking and his daughter, Lucy, is a gripping and funny adventure with lots of fascinating facts about the planets and our universe.
Check out this SmartBean post on Stephen and Lucy Hawking’s foray into children’s literature with George’s “physics adventures” which aim to answer three basic questions about the universe.
You may also want to check out this companion site for George’s Secret Key to the Universe.
From Amazon
Stephen Hawking, author of the multi-million copy bestselling A Brief History of Time, and his daughter Lucy explain the universe to readers of all ages. George's parents, who have always been wary of technology, warn him about their new neighbors: Eric is a scientist and his daughter, Annie, seems to be following in his footsteps. But when George befriends them and Cosmos, their super-computer, he finds himself on a wildly fun adventure, while learning about physics, time, and the universe. With Cosmos's help, he can travel to other planets and a black hole. But what would happen if the wrong people got their hands on Cosmos? George, Annie, and Eric aren't about to find out, and what ensues is a funny adventure that clearly explains the mysteries of science. Garry Parsons' energetic illustrations add humor and interest, and his scientific drawings add clarity; there are also eight 4-page full-color inserts of scientific photos.
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