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Trailblazers: Stephen Hawking

Trailblazers: Stephen Hawking

A Life Beyond Limits

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Bring history home and meet some of the world's greatest game changers! Get inspired by the true story of a famous scientist who changed our understanding of physics forever. This biography series is for kids who loved Who Was? and are ready for the next level.

In 1974, Stephen Hawking shook the world of physics. His theory on black holes went against everything the science community accepted as fact. How did he make such revolutionary discoveries? From a childhood spent building model airplanes to recognition as one of the greatest scientists of his time, Stephen's genius and endless curiosity powered his work. Find out how this boy who loved science became one of history's greatest trailblazers!

Trailblazers is a biography series that celebrates the lives of amazing pioneers, past and present, from all over the world. Get inspired by more Trailblazers: Neil Armstrong, Jackie Robinson, Jane Goodall, Harriet Tubman, Albert Einstein, Beyoncé, and Simone Biles. What kind of trail will you blaze?
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Praise for Trailblazers: Stephen Hawking

“The “Trailblazers” series is the next step up from the “Who Is?” titles, in terms of the length and the depth of information.” —School Library Journal
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Trailblazers Series

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About the Author

Alex Woolf
Alex Woolf is the author of more than 100 works of fiction and nonfiction for children. He has a passion for history and science. He lives in London with his wife, two kids, and their cats, Juno and Minerva. More by Alex Woolf
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