Meet the S.T.E.A.M. pioneers and discover their fascinating life story and inspirations.Stephen Hawking tells the story of this key scientific figure - covering his whole journey from his shocking diagnosis at age 21, through to his career at Cambridge, to his ground-breaking work on black holes and his amazing legacy to science today.Masterminds introduces some of the world's great scientists, inventors and artists, retelling their lives and explaining why their work is important. Clear photographic designs bring a real-life quality to these biographies and major S.T.E.A.M. discoveries. Provides an understanding of scientific discoveries and presents inspirational lives from a variety of diverse backgrounds.Includes a timeline of the person's life and shows the ongoing legacy that we can see around us today.Perfect for readers aged 7 and up.