George's Secret Key to the Universe [FIRST EDITION SIGNED BY LUCY HAWKING]

Stephen Hawking; Lucy Hawking

ISBN 10: 1416954627 / ISBN 13: 9781416954620

Published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, 2007

About this Item

Signed by co-author Lucy Hawking at the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum during her tour for the book's launch in 2007, this is a pristine and unread first printing of the first edition. Please see attached photos. Seller Inventory # 33V

Bibliographic Details

Title: George's Secret Key to the Universe [FIRST ...

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

Publication Date: 2007

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: New

Dust Jacket Condition: New

Signed: Signed by Author(s)

Edition: 1st Edition

About this title

Synopsis:

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.

Review:

"The book gets points for tackling the recurrent tension between environmentalism and science, but it succeeds first and foremost as a good old-fashioned adventure tale."--Natural History

*"What better way to interest young readers in science...than for one of the world's most renowned theoretical physicists to put his subect at the center of a children's book?...A true beginnger's guide to A Brief History of Time."--Publishers Weekly, starred review

"[An] entertaining read-aloud that integrates well-presented scientific facts and theories within a charmingly illustrated chapter book."--Booklist

"A relief for the science-deficient parent in need of a little extra help."--New York Magazine