George's Secret Key to the Universe | 
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Product Description
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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Customer Reviews:
• Fabulous 24 May, 2008
gave it as a gift to an very inquisitive 8-year old. he loved it!!!
- Reviewed by customer ID: A1AH2O5QY5LNF6
• Captivating 31 May, 2008
My 3.5 year old son is completely hooked on this fabulous book! We're plowing through it in just a few nights and he doesn't want it to end. I was floored when after the first night of my husband reading it to him he ran up to me excitedly the next morning and said "Mama, I know how stars are birthed, wanna hear about it?" And proceeded to give me a very sweet and stunningly accurate lecture on the topic!
I wish there were more books like this out there -- smart, not sassy and rude, fun loving, and adventurous!
- Reviewed by customer ID: A3SP6MD39H0EMD
• Wonderful Book 25 July, 2008
This book is intriguing, combining fact with fiction, in a very interesting way.
After reading the story, my son reread the factual pages and looked at the photographs seriously, asking numerous questions. It opens up a new world of interesting science to young scientists.
- Reviewed by customer ID: A2ML3WGH1JN13G
• Good Story, Worth Buying 08 May, 2008
I purchased this for my 13 yr old astronomy prodigy, so this is really his review of the book. Story line: George is a child growing up in a house with very little technology. The neighbors next door are scientists that have a laptop super-computer that can open windows to the universe. George befriends the neighbors and travels around the universe learning about stars, planets, black holes, and all the wonders found in space.
"This book was very interesting to read. I spent one whole night reading it from cover to cover and it was able to keep my interest. It is one of a few novels with a basis of true science, being co-written by Stephen Hawking himself, an amazing physisist. I did not find the story to be at all predictable and I would recommend it to the 8-14 year old crowd."
- Reviewed by customer ID: A3TXDA5ARWHT7J
• Space, Adventure, Information! 10 June, 2008
The story is about a boy named George and a girl named Annie. There is a very scientific computer called Cosmos. What happened was that Annie's father fell into a black hole and Cosmos and George tried to save him.
I think George's Secret Key to the Universe is a fabulous book because I like space and this book is all about space. This book is non-fiction and fiction book because half way through, there are real pictures of space and scientific information. The book is also full of adventures.
Steven Hawking is a famous scientist and he wrote this book with his daughter Lucy. I think if you like space, you will love this book.
(Review by Jeff)
- Reviewed by customer ID: AV3QM8108FG80
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