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Curiosity: The Story of a Mars Rover

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Curiosity: The Story of a Mars Rover
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Markus Motum
Illustrated by Markus Motum
SeriesWalker Studio
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:56
Dimensions(mm): Height 272,Width 327
ISBN/Barcode 9781406387155
ClassificationsDewey:629.43543
Audience
Children's (6-12)

Publishing Details

Publisher Walker Books Ltd
Imprint Walker Studio
Publication Date 1 November 2018
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

A stylishly illustrated non-fiction book about the search for life on Mars, told from the unique perspective of NASA's Mars rover, Curiosity. Discover the incredible story of the search for life on Mars, told from the unique perspective of Curiosity, the Mars Rover sent to explore the red planet. Markus Motum's stylish illustrations and diagrams reveal how a robot travelled 350,000,000 miles to explore a planet where no human has ever been. Shortlisted for the Klaus Flugge Prize 2018.

Author Biography

Markus Motum is a half-English, half-Norwegian up-and-coming illustrator. He studied Illustration at the University for the Creative Arts, graduating in 2012, and it was during his studies that he re-discovered his love of picture books. He really enjoys creating big colourful books and illustrations for readers to get sucked into. Markus is currently based in Brighton, UK.

Reviews

"I think that this book can be enjoyed by a range of readers, with older readers appreciating the depth of information provided." * Juno * "Motum is definitely an illustrator to watch." * LoveReading *