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Berne, Jennifer

On a Beam of Light: A Story of Albert Einstein

48 pp. | Chronicle | May, 2013 | Trade ISBN 978-0-8118-7235-5 $17.99

(1) K-3 Illustrated by Vladimir Radunsky. Berne and Radunsky--in a gorgeous piece of bookmaking--use the "biggest, most exciting thought Albert had ever had" as the focal point for their homage to the great physicist. Berne's simple text shows the adult Albert's child-friendly inclinations (ice-cream walks, an aversion to socks), while Radunsky's spontaneous line work creates a sense of movement that perfectly mirrors Albert's endless search for answers.

Reviewer: Sam Bloom | Horn Book Magazine Issue: May, 2013