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A Ray of Light: A Book of Science and Wonder

Walter Wick

A Ray of Light investigates the subject of light through photography and planned experiments. The book uses photographs to explore light as a scientific topic as well as a source of visual interest. Its creator carefully prepares the experiments before photographing them, making the images central to the presentation. This photographic exploration considers the many qualities of light and the wonder it can inspire. The book combines experimental set-ups with close visual observation to examine a complex scientific subject.

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Themes
Art And Creativity · Curiosity · Science
Format
Hardcover
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc.
Published
February 26, 2019
Pages
40
ISBN-13
9780439165877
Language
English
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