The Language of the Universe
A Visual Exploration of Maths
Book
Paperback/Softback
80 pages
978-1-78741-787-8 (ISBN)
Description
Visualise cosmic distances, discover the geometry in nature and marvel at the wonders of technology in this stunning book that looks at maths that make the world go round.
From atoms to beehives to planets, everything is BUZZING with maths! So how does this language of numbers, symbols and equations make our Universe tick? Learn about mathematics in an extraordinary new light in this book that is perfect for readers aged 7+. Bright, energetic artwork by Ximo Abadia meets easy-to-read informative text to create highly engaging content that will inspire future engineers, mathematicians and scientists.
Visualise cosmic distances, discover the geometry in nature and marvel at the wonders of technology in this stunning book that looks at mathematics.The Language of the Universe is the stunning follow-up to The Speed of Starlight, written by award-winning author and astrophysicist, Colin Stuart.
WINNER of the English Association Margaret Mallett Award for Children's Non-Fiction 2020.
From atoms to beehives to planets, everything is BUZZING with maths! So how does this language of numbers, symbols and equations make our Universe tick? Learn about mathematics in an extraordinary new light in this book that is perfect for readers aged 7+. Bright, energetic artwork by Ximo Abadia meets easy-to-read informative text to create highly engaging content that will inspire future engineers, mathematicians and scientists.
Visualise cosmic distances, discover the geometry in nature and marvel at the wonders of technology in this stunning book that looks at mathematics.The Language of the Universe is the stunning follow-up to The Speed of Starlight, written by award-winning author and astrophysicist, Colin Stuart.
WINNER of the English Association Margaret Mallett Award for Children's Non-Fiction 2020.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Templar Books
Target group
Children/juvenile
Dimensions
Height: 280 mm
Width: 222 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-78741-787-8 (9781787417878)
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Persons
Colin Stuart (Author)
Colin Stuart is a renowned astronomy speaker and author whose books have sold over 100,000 copies worldwide. A Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and a 2014 runner-up in the European Astronomy Journalism Prize, Colin has also written publications featured in The Guardian, New Scientist and BBC Focus among others and has spoken about the wonders of the universe on Sky News and BBC News.
Ximo Abadia (Illustrator)
Ximo Abadia is a highly acclaimed artist, living and working in Spain. He has illustrated numerous publications including The Speed of Starlight and his work was selected for the Bologna Children's Illustrator's Exhibition in 2017.
Colin Stuart is a renowned astronomy speaker and author whose books have sold over 100,000 copies worldwide. A Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and a 2014 runner-up in the European Astronomy Journalism Prize, Colin has also written publications featured in The Guardian, New Scientist and BBC Focus among others and has spoken about the wonders of the universe on Sky News and BBC News.
Ximo Abadia (Illustrator)
Ximo Abadia is a highly acclaimed artist, living and working in Spain. He has illustrated numerous publications including The Speed of Starlight and his work was selected for the Bologna Children's Illustrator's Exhibition in 2017.