The Story of the Universe - (The Story of Everything) by Anne Rooney (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Young readers can take a journey through the vast cosmos and discover the origins of our incredible universe in this beautiful hardcover guide.

This lavishly illustrated, full-color reference book introduces children to the fundamentals of cosmology, from the first moments of the Big Bang to the future of space exploration. Along the way, they'll learn about the mind-blowing ideas in modern physics - including dark matter and multiple universe theory.

The answers to some of the very biggest questions are given in clear, easy-to-understand language, which covers key STEM topics and supports school learning. It even includes a gorgeous illustrated timeline which highlights key moments in the development of the universe.

A wonderful gift for aspiring space explorers aged 8+.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Story of Everything is a beautifully illustrated series for young readers which tells the story of life as we know it, from the big bang to evolution and the history of human development.

About the Author

Anne Rooney writes on science and the history of science for children and adults. Her Dinosaur Atlas was shortlisted for the Royal Young People's Book Award 2018 and won the School Library Association Information Book Award (ages 7-12), 2018. She has been a Royal Literary Fund Fellow, most recently at Newnham College, University of Cambridge. Her books have been translated into 22 languages.
Natalie Hughes is an illustrator with a love of nature and the mysteries of science. Nat gained a degree in Illustration from the University of Gloucestershire, and has since been published internationally.