From his early days at Oxford, Stephen Hawking’s brilliance and good humor were obvious to everyone he met. At twenty-one he was diagnosed with ALS, a disease that limited his ability to move and speak, though it did nothing to limit his mind. He went on to do groundbreaking work in cosmology and theoretical physics for decades after being told he had only a few years to live. Through his 1988 bestseller, A Brief History of Time, and his appearances on shows like Star Trek and The Big Bang Theory, Hawking became a household name and a pop-culture icon.
In Hawking, Jim Ottaviani and Leland Myrick have crafted an intricate portrait of the great thinker, the public figure, and the man behind both identities.
Author’s note. References. Full-color illustrations drawn in pen and colored digitally in Photoshop.
Topics Stephen Hawking (1942–2018). Biography. Astrophysics. Scientific theories. Cosmology. British physicists. ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). Lou Gehrig’s disease. Living with a disability. Comics and graphic novels.
Lexile HL680L
Trim Size 6" x 8 1/2"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2019-07-01
JLG Release Date Sep 2019
Minimum grade 9
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
Graphic Novels High Plus (Grades 9 & Up)
Graphic Novels High Plus
Graphic Novels High Plus (Grades 9 & Up)
For Grades 9 & Up
This 14-book collection features immersive graphic novels that combine striking visuals with rich storytelling. From thought-provoking satire to engaging dialogue, these selections provide a unique reading experience that captivates both reluctant and avid readers. Some titles may include mature themes and content suited for older teens.
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