{"product_id":"marie-curie-a-quest-for-light-isbn-9781684058372","title":"Marie Curie: A Quest For Light","description":"\u003cb\u003eMarie Curie's exceptional life and groundbreaking research changed the world, expanding scientific understanding, and creating new opportunities for women, as explored in this lavishly illustrated graphic biography endorsed by the Curie Estate.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCurie's unique drive--against all odds--to understand Nature's ways and laws led to ground-breaking discoveries, which revolutionized medical theory and practice. She was the first female Nobel Prize winner and, to date, the only person to win a Nobel Prize in two categories; first physics and later in chemistry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthorized by the Curie Estate, \u003ci\u003eMarie Curie: A Quest For Light\u003c\/i\u003e presents a special collaboration between author \u003cb\u003eFrances Andreasen Østerfelt\u003c\/b\u003e; the internationally acclaimed Danish astrophysicist \u003cb\u003eAnja Cetti Andersen\u003c\/b\u003e; and features delightful illustration by artist \u003cb\u003eAnna Blasczcwyk\u003c\/b\u003e. Together they have made Curie's fascinating story accessible to young readers.\"Aimed as an educational book to teach young readers about the famous scientist, \u003ci\u003eA Quest for Light\u003c\/i\u003e is also a captivating, moving, and all round engrossing book for readers of any age.\" — \u003ci\u003eMonkeys Fighting Robots\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is truly a work of art. It’s a masterpiece of illustration and text where each image is pure poetry that gives homage to a brave trailblazer in science.\" — \u003ci\u003eGeekDad\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\"This graphic novel is a short read that packs a powerful punch with artwork that is unforgettable. Whether you are familiar with her story or not, this will be a meaningful experience. \" — \u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003eTalking Comics\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The collage-style art is fascinating and adds depth and texture to the narrative. One almost feels like you’re reading a scrapbook of favorite family photos, fabric leftovers, and knickknacks.\" — \u003ci\u003eFanbase Press\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrances Andreasen Østetfelt \u003c\/b\u003eis Dr. odont., an essayist, and puppet maker for theater and animation films. Østerfelt has studied Marie Curie's life and work for many years, which was the inspiration behind \u003ci\u003eMarie Curie: A Quest for Light\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eØsterfelt's co-author is \u003cb\u003eAnja C. Andersen\u003c\/b\u003e - Professor of the newly founded chair of 'Public Understanding of Science' and a researcher in cosmic dust. Anja has written an impressive volume of 'accessible' essays on scientific and technical issues.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnna Blaszczyk\u003c\/b\u003e is a Polish illustrator and animator and has won a number of awards for her short film animations.","brand":"IDW Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46302934171877,"sku":"NP9781684058372","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781684058372.jpg?v=1742929412","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/marie-curie-a-quest-for-light-isbn-9781684058372","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}