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Light : The Extraordinary Energy That Illuminates Our World - Jess Wade

Light

The Extraordinary Energy That Illuminates Our World

By: Jess Wade, Ana Sanfelippo (Illustrator)

Hardcover | 1 April 2025

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"Light is beautiful and educational... I wouldn’t hesitate to give it as gift or keep it at the front of the bookshelfâ - Physics World

This exciting non-fiction picture book introduces young readers to the spectacular science of light.


Light is the extraordinary energy that illuminates our world. It is essential for life on Earth – it powers plants, keeps us warm and helps us to see. From the award-winning author of Nano, comes a fascinating narrative introduction to science of light – and the cutting-edge ways we use its energy to build a better world.

With words by Dr Jess Wade – a highly skilled physicist and trailblazing campaigner for diversity in STEM fields – and beautiful, dynamic pictures by award-winning artist Ana Sanfelippo, this is the perfect book for budding young scientists and engineers.

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