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I Am a Book. I Am a Portal to the Universe. Hardcover – 3 Sept. 2020

by Stefanie Posavec (Author), Miriam Quick (Author)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 92 ratings
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WINNER OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY YOUNG PEOPLE'S BOOK PRIZE 2021

A FINANCIAL TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2020

Hello. I am a book. But I'm also a portal to the universe.

I have 112 pages, measuring 20cm high and wide. I weigh 450g. And I have the power to show you the wonders of the world.

Lift me up to the sky, rest me on your lap, drop me from a height, wear me as a hat. Together, through data, we'll uncover the stories hidden in the everyday. How long is an anteater's tongue? How tiny is the DNA in your cells? How fast is gold mined? How loud is the sun? And how many stars have been born and exploded in the time you've taken to read this sentence?

Hold me in your hands and let me show you what I'm made of - and what waits for you in the corners of our awe-inspiring universe.

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  1. Reading age
    8 years and up
  2. Print length
    112 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Dimensions
    20.02 x 1.52 x 20.02 cm
  5. Publisher
    Particular Books
  6. Publication date
    3 Sept. 2020
  7. ISBN-10
    024140875X
  8. ISBN-13
    978-0241408759
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About the Author

Stefanie Posavec is a designer and artist who uses data as a creative material. Her work has been exhibited internationally at major galleries including the Centre Pompidou, the V&A, the London Design Museum and Somerset House, and is also held in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art, New York. She is the co-author (with Giorgia Lupi) of Dear Data and the visual journal Observe, Collect, Draw!

Miriam Quick is a data journalist and researcher who explores novel ways of communicating information. Bylines include the BBC, The New York Times, Wired UK and Information is Beautiful. She co-creates data artworks, exhibited at the Wellcome Collection, Southbank Centre, Royal College of Physicians and internationally. Oddityviz, her award-winning project with Valentina D'Efilippo, visualizes David Bowie's song 'Space Oddity' on 12-inch records.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Particular Books (3 Sept. 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 112 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 024140875X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0241408759
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 years and up
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 20.02 x 1.52 x 20.02 cm
  • Customer reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 92 ratings

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  1. Stefanie Posavec

    Stefanie Posavec

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    Stefanie Posavec moved to London from Denver, CO, in 2003 and never went home. She is a designer, artist, and author whose practice focuses on finding new and experimental approaches for the communication of data and information. These projects range

    from being physical, danceable, wearable, experiential, and often use a human-scaled, hand-crafted approach.

    This work has been exhibited internationally at major galleries including the V&A, the Design Museum, Somerset House, and the Wellcome Collection (London), the Centre Pompidou (Paris), and MoMA (New York). She was Facebook's first data-artist-in-residence at their Menlo Park campus, and recent art residencies include the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, London. Her work is also in the permanent collection of MoMA, New York.

    www.stefanieposavec.com

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  2. Miriam Quick

    Miriam Quick

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    Miriam Quick is a journalist, researcher and author who explores novel ways of communicating data. She has written data stories for the BBC, worked as a researcher for Information is Beautiful and the New York Times and co-created artworks that represent data through images, sculpture and sound. These have been exhibited at the Wellcome Collection, National Maritime Museum, Southbank Centre and Royal College of Physicians (London) and internationally. Oddityviz, her award-winning project with designer Valentina D'Efilippo, visualises David Bowie's song Space Oddity on 12-inch records.

    Her first book, I am a book. I am a portal to the universe., co-authored with Stefanie Posavec, was published in 2020.

    miriamquick.com

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Customers find the book visually appealing and engaging. The graphics are presented in relatable ways, making it a relatable concept book for both children and adults. Readers appreciate the informative content that expands their knowledge of the universe. They describe the text as thought-provoking, creative, and beautifully constructed. Overall, customers find the book suitable for all ages.

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Customers enjoy the book's visual style. They appreciate the dynamic graphics that tell the story in relatable ways. The illustrations are colorful and geometric, making them enjoyable for babies and young children. Readers find the book insightful and beautiful, with interactive elements on every page.

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Do you like big numbers?Do you like exquisite graphics?Do you want your imagination to be tantalised?Then this book is for you. Expand your knowledge of the universe. Let dynamic graphics tell the story.Makes me laugh, surprises me and delights me.I've got my copy, maybe be getting more for Christmas presents.Thanks girls
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  • Janet Evans
    5.0 out of 5 stars Such a brilliant book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 May 2023
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    My granddaughter, are 10, borrowed this book from the library, and within a few minutes of reading it, we both decided that she should have a copy to keep for always. Ordered it from Amazon, at less than half the cover price, and I believe she has looked at it almost every day since. She even took it to share with a friend on a visit last week.
    Brilliant graphics, and thought provoking text. We both love it so much
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  • ERobinson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 July 2023
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    A unique concept book that I’m sure both kids and adults will enjoy. Written in a charming yet informative way. Really put a smile on my face.
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  • Mike
    5.0 out of 5 stars The most beautiful book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 February 2022
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    Absolutely loves this book. Bought it for my 10 year old for Christmas and we sat down together and went through it. It was so interactive and every page gave you something new to explore. Really well thought out.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars This book talks to you - takes you on a journey, don't be scared
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 September 2020
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    Do you like big numbers?
    Do you like exquisite graphics?
    Do you want your imagination to be tantalised?
    Then this book is for you. Expand your knowledge of the universe. Let dynamic graphics tell the story.
    Makes me laugh, surprises me and delights me.
    I've got my copy, maybe be getting more for Christmas presents.
    Thanks girls
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    This book talks to you - takes you on a journey, don't be scared

    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 September 2020
    Do you like big numbers?
    Do you like exquisite graphics?
    Do you want your imagination to be tantalised?
    Then this book is for you. Expand your knowledge of the universe. Let dynamic graphics tell the story.
    Makes me laugh, surprises me and delights me.
    I've got my copy, maybe be getting more for Christmas presents.
    Thanks girls
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  • J. Bettany
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 March 2021
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    Wonderful book by a wonderful author. Very creative, beautifully constructed and thought about. Me and my daughter both love it. Would also highly recommend their other books.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic for all ages
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 September 2020
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    Fantastic for all ages - babies will like the colourful geometric illustrations, young children and above will love the mind-opening facts that are so cleverly presented in uniquely relatable ways.
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  • Black
    5.0 out of 5 stars I am impressed
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 September 2020
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    I am a book is a lovely insightful and beautiful read for children and adults alike. Will make a perfect Christmas present.
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  • janet
    1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 December 2022
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    I am amazed this book won a prize. Were any children consulted in the decision. This book is so disappointing - just a series of disjointed "factoids". Poorly written and frustrating +++. Given as a present to a 7 year old boy who was as disappointed as I was.
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  • Genette Wojciechowski
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative and it does it in fun way.
    Reviewed in the United States on 24 December 2021
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    Love how the book is the one doing the talking and teaching. It makes it a fun way to learn. Bought it for my great nieces and nephews. Always looking for good books for them. My requirements for books are simple… must be presented in a fun way and impart some sort of lesson. Should increase knowledge and/or guide the reader on life lessons.. how to be a kinder more accepting person. Great book, I’ve recommended to my friends who ordered it for their young ones.
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  • Juliane Ahlborn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Book!
    Reviewed in Germany on 20 April 2023
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    I love this book! I use it at university to give students creative approaches to numbers and data. The book makes great, humorous comparisons to put orders of magnitude into perspective! I have ordered the book a second time for my partner, who is also very enthusiastic :)
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  • Rodrigo Rodrigues
    1.0 out of 5 stars A good reed for a dentist or a doctor waiting room!
    Reviewed in Spain on 2 February 2021
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    If you are interested in data visualization and insights for carefully planned and beautifully executed data visualizations, this is NOT your book. The volume will fit great in a dentist or a doctor waiting room, though. It has little positive texts and lots of colors!
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  • Lidia
    5.0 out of 5 stars It has a great presentation and all the text is interesting
    Reviewed in the United States on 13 April 2022
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    It is a great book for kids
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