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Darwins Entstehung der Arten
Od čudesne raznovrsnosti do borbe za opstanak, od najsićušnijih bakterija do velikog drveta života, u ovoj divnoj obradi čuvenog Darvinovog dela predstavljena je revolucionarna teorija koja je zauvek promenila svet – teorija evolucije.
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First published February 7, 2019
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Sabina Radeva
8 books11 followersSabina is a graphic designer and illustrator based in London, UK. After graduating MSc in Molecular Biology at Max Planck Institute, Germany in 2008, she left science for a creative career. Sabina graduated MA in Illustration (with Distinction) from University of Hertfordshire in 2019. Her debut picture book retelling of Darwin’s On The Origin of Species was published by Penguin Random House and became an instant bestseller. The book has been translated in 31 languages and was shortlisted for Waterstone’s Book of the Year 2019, the prestigious German Youth Literature Award 2020 and awarded Highly Commended by the Klaus Flugge Prize 2020.
Sabina is passionate about projects that blend science with art. She is a mom of two little girls that are her source of daily inspiration.
Sabina is passionate about projects that blend science with art. She is a mom of two little girls that are her source of daily inspiration.
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February 14, 2019
On the Origin of Species, Sabina Radeva's gorgeous, child-friendly take on arguably Charles Darwin's most groundbreaking work, is nothing short of a delight!
The illustrations are colourful and simply breathtaking; they complement the narrative perfectly and will no doubt have young readers asking a multitude of different questions. I would've loved a book like this when I was very young. I read the Kindle version but urge potential buyers to opt for a physical copy, of which I have pre-ordered for my bookshelf based on how stunning it is to look at, as I feel it would be nothing short of a travesty to not have the beauty of it on show. It fully deserves all five stars; I would award it more if I could.
Many thanks to Puffin Books for an ARC.
The illustrations are colourful and simply breathtaking; they complement the narrative perfectly and will no doubt have young readers asking a multitude of different questions. I would've loved a book like this when I was very young. I read the Kindle version but urge potential buyers to opt for a physical copy, of which I have pre-ordered for my bookshelf based on how stunning it is to look at, as I feel it would be nothing short of a travesty to not have the beauty of it on show. It fully deserves all five stars; I would award it more if I could.
Many thanks to Puffin Books for an ARC.
March 25, 2021
Un libro maravilloso y con un lenguaje muy sencillo y ameno, ideal para el público al que va dirigido (niños en edad escolar como mínimo) y por qué no, para los más grandes también.
Se trata de una adaptación de la obra de Charles Darwin, donde la autora sabe combinar los conceptos que explica —como la selección natural, variación de las especies, etc.— de una manera entretenida y didáctica, al acompañar cada página con preciosas ilustraciones.
En conclusión, todo el contenido me gustó mucho y me transportó a mis primeros conocimientos de la infancia.
¡Muy recomendable!
Se trata de una adaptación de la obra de Charles Darwin, donde la autora sabe combinar los conceptos que explica —como la selección natural, variación de las especies, etc.— de una manera entretenida y didáctica, al acompañar cada página con preciosas ilustraciones.
En conclusión, todo el contenido me gustó mucho y me transportó a mis primeros conocimientos de la infancia.
¡Muy recomendable!
September 2, 2023
Sabina Radeva's 2019 Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species is a scientifically sound, engagingly penned picture book adaptation of Darwin’s magnum opus (and I do textually adore that Radeva has not only summarised Charles Darwin's words but also includes quite a number of direct quotes from On the Origin of Species throughout her text). And indeed, and delightfully, Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species, it is basic and simple enough to allow for the main parts of Darwin's theory of evolution to become nicely accessible to children (to readers from about the age of eight or so onwards) but that at the same time Sabina Radeva also demonstrates with her printed words that children equally deserve to and need to be challenged a bit, and that with Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species, Radeva's combination of textual simplicity and occasional forays into something a bit more advanced (whilst at the same time staying far enough away from convolutedness, from scientific/biological jargon and thankfully avoiding too much name dropping) certainly makes Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species a very good general introduction to Charles Darwin and to his theory of evolution not only for children but for older readers as well, for interested teenagers and adults wanting something not overly difficult and complex.
So yes, and for me personally (and as a someone for whom text kind of is the alpha and the omega), it is of course and naturally Sabina Radeva's words that are the star of Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species (and that I really appreciate do how Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species equally points out where Darwin might have been a bit wrong and that his theory of evolution has been ever more expanded upon because of scientific and paleontological advancements and breakthroughs, not to mention that Radeva appreciatively also points out what the theory of evolution is not and what some of the major misconceptions concerning evolution are). However and the above having been stated, the accompanying artwork for Charles Darwin's On the origin of Species (and which is also by Sabina Radeva, as she is both author and illustrator for Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species), Radeva's pictures are most definitely a visual, an evocative and delightful aesthetic treat, are colourfully vibrantly realistic while at the same time also imaginative, fun and with even some occasional and smiles inducing gentle bits of illustrative humour thrown in, and that how Sabina Radeva's words and images for Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species successfully manage to mirror and complement each other does in my humble opinion really does take a lot of the potential confusion out of the theory of evolution and renders this book almost perfect in every way (and with the back matter, with the author's note, the appendix, glossary and the suggestions for further reading being the icing on an already very delicious reading cake, although I do think that Sabina Radeva should be adding more book titles to her bibliographical list and considering that Charles Darwin's on the Origin of Species was published in 2019, yes, I do m most definitely tend to think that aside from books, theory of evolution themed websites should also be included).
So yes, and for me personally (and as a someone for whom text kind of is the alpha and the omega), it is of course and naturally Sabina Radeva's words that are the star of Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species (and that I really appreciate do how Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species equally points out where Darwin might have been a bit wrong and that his theory of evolution has been ever more expanded upon because of scientific and paleontological advancements and breakthroughs, not to mention that Radeva appreciatively also points out what the theory of evolution is not and what some of the major misconceptions concerning evolution are). However and the above having been stated, the accompanying artwork for Charles Darwin's On the origin of Species (and which is also by Sabina Radeva, as she is both author and illustrator for Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species), Radeva's pictures are most definitely a visual, an evocative and delightful aesthetic treat, are colourfully vibrantly realistic while at the same time also imaginative, fun and with even some occasional and smiles inducing gentle bits of illustrative humour thrown in, and that how Sabina Radeva's words and images for Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species successfully manage to mirror and complement each other does in my humble opinion really does take a lot of the potential confusion out of the theory of evolution and renders this book almost perfect in every way (and with the back matter, with the author's note, the appendix, glossary and the suggestions for further reading being the icing on an already very delicious reading cake, although I do think that Sabina Radeva should be adding more book titles to her bibliographical list and considering that Charles Darwin's on the Origin of Species was published in 2019, yes, I do m most definitely tend to think that aside from books, theory of evolution themed websites should also be included).
July 14, 2019
Una dintre cărțile pe care mi le doream, pentru că originalul lui Darwin nu este neapărat o carte ce poată fi înțeleasă de oricine, iar felul în care este predată religia în școală (fără a se oferi alternative la ortodoxism, în cele mai multe cazuri) trebuie cumva contrabalansat. Iată cum, prin acest volum, evoluționismul și selecția naturală poate fi explicat cu ușurință pt ca toată lumea să le înțeleagă. Inspirat ilustrat, inteligent explicat, este totuși o lectură pentru copiii de peste o anumită vârstă, poate 10, poate 12 ani.
December 9, 2019
Read: December 2019
Rating: 5/5 stars
I don't usually read children's books but I bought this for my nephew's birthday and couldn't resist reading it before wrapping it up!
Radeva has re-told and illustrated this children's version of On The Origin of Species beautifully and I recommend it to anyone with younger children.
Rating: 5/5 stars
I don't usually read children's books but I bought this for my nephew's birthday and couldn't resist reading it before wrapping it up!
Radeva has re-told and illustrated this children's version of On The Origin of Species beautifully and I recommend it to anyone with younger children.
June 6, 2020
Абсолютно невероятна нехудожествена детска книжка за еволюцията, произход на видовете и самия Дарвин. Текстът е придружен от красиви и цветни илюстрации, които придават живот на историята.
Горещо препоръчвам!
Горещо препоръчвам!
September 29, 2019
An informative and concise retelling of Darwin’s On The Origin of Species, which allows key aspects his theory of evolution to be accessible to children, whilst also maintaining respect that children are capable of being challenged. Radeva’s vibrant illustrations make this such an attractive, clear text, making what can be perceived as a tricky subject matter enticing and easier to understand. Lots of opportunities to develop skills in reading non-fiction are present, with footnotes, an appendix and a glossary to explore.
Accompanied by a short history of how Darwin came to develop his theory, Radeva’s book would really encourage readers to be observant in noticing the differences within species and between living things, and ponder upon where and what form they initially began. Darwin’s own words are weaved throughout, making this a faithful retelling and keeping roots firmly planted in the original paper. What I particularly liked about this text is that it makes apparent areas where Darwin’s theory have moved on with new scientific developments, which I think really encourages readers that there is always more to discover.
Accompanied by a short history of how Darwin came to develop his theory, Radeva’s book would really encourage readers to be observant in noticing the differences within species and between living things, and ponder upon where and what form they initially began. Darwin’s own words are weaved throughout, making this a faithful retelling and keeping roots firmly planted in the original paper. What I particularly liked about this text is that it makes apparent areas where Darwin’s theory have moved on with new scientific developments, which I think really encourages readers that there is always more to discover.
June 21, 2020
Очарователно нарисувана и преразказана за наистина малки деца - книга, за която родителят трябва да се подготви добре и да очаква СТРАШНО много въпроси, но тази подготовка си струва отвсякъде. На страниците е пълно с прелестни дреболии, за които да се закачи детското око и които да разгърнат описаната история още повече, а моето възрастно оче хвана и няколко сладурски великденски яйца за четящия книжката родители.
В моята детска библиотека едно време подобна книжка щеше да е на почит, да не кажа - да бъде най-любимата ми и да карам мама и баба да ми я четат всеки ден и да разглеждаме картинките, докато не науча наизуст всичко за фосилите, за това как се е получил китът и много други щуротии.
Накратко: обожавам тази книга, нищо че съм голяма :) Прочетох си я сама на себе си и си разказах една камара готини истории покрай нея.
Йей!
В моята детска библиотека едно време подобна книжка щеше да е на почит, да не кажа - да бъде най-любимата ми и да карам мама и баба да ми я четат всеки ден и да разглеждаме картинките, докато не науча наизуст всичко за фосилите, за това как се е получил китът и много други щуротии.
Накратко: обожавам тази книга, нищо че съм голяма :) Прочетох си я сама на себе си и си разказах една камара готини истории покрай нея.
Йей!
June 20, 2021
A very very beautiful and interesting book about Darwin, Origin of species and evolution. Loved reading it, so interesting and loved that there were quotes from Darwin/Darwin's book included. While I knew most of the things written in this book I still learned the odd bit here and there. And given how it was written and the gorgeous illustrations I had no problem reading the bits that I already knew.
Be sure to also check out the absolutely GORGEOUS endpapers/endpages of this book. Those butterflies and beetles are just so pretty!
Be sure to also check out the absolutely GORGEOUS endpapers/endpages of this book. Those butterflies and beetles are just so pretty!
April 13, 2022
Biraz daha bilgi verebilirdi ama hitap ettiği yaş aralığı için uygun olduğuna karar vermişlerdir uzmanları. Çizimleri çok güzel bu arada.
February 5, 2020
RATING: 4 STARS
I loved the gorgeous illustration in this children's nonfiction book! Radeva has adapted some of Charles Darwin's The Origin of Species for a very brief easy explanation to children. It is one I think would be perfect for kids and parents to look at together.
I loved the gorgeous illustration in this children's nonfiction book! Radeva has adapted some of Charles Darwin's The Origin of Species for a very brief easy explanation to children. It is one I think would be perfect for kids and parents to look at together.
November 25, 2019
I enjoyed this book so much! It's basically a picture book version of Darwin's original: retold, drastically condensed, and beautifully illustrated. This book is quite long and I didn't think it would make a good readaloud, so I just enjoyed it myself.
Everything about this book was just right, from the pictures, to the fonts, to the quotes from Darwin, to the brief list of misconceptions about Darwin's theory at the back. Highly recommended!
Everything about this book was just right, from the pictures, to the fonts, to the quotes from Darwin, to the brief list of misconceptions about Darwin's theory at the back. Highly recommended!
November 11, 2020
Wonderful book, beautifully designed and illustrated.
We supported it on Kickstarter and are so delighted with it.
We supported it on Kickstarter and are so delighted with it.
October 1, 2020
How brilliant a book this is! This is for generations to come.
Sabina Radeva, we are indebted.
Sabina Radeva, we are indebted.
July 3, 2022
Kauniisti kuvitettu teos Darwinin Lajien synnystä. Kirjan avulla voi hyvin keskustella evoluutiosta, mutta jäin kaipaamaan selkeämpää kuvausta Darwinin tutkimusprosessista. Olidi ollut mielenkiintoista, että lukija saa saman ahaa-elämyksen kuin Darwin aikoinaan.
Teoksessa kerrotaan, miten hyönteisten tutkimus oli keskeinen lähtökohta Darwinin ajatusten kehittymiselle. Nyt hyönteisiä näytetään vain kirjan etu- ja takasivuilla, mutta ei itse tarinassa, jossa on kirahvit, leijonat, valaat jne. Olisi ollut hienoa näyttää, miten pientä tutkimalla voi tehdä isoja löytöjä. Kuvittajan taidoilla siitä olisi tullut tosi mielenkiintoinen.
Löysin myös joitakin epäjohdonmukaisuuksia, esim. sanotaan, et Darwinilla oli kahdeksan lasta ja kuvassa näkyy kymmenen. Wikipediasta löytyy selitys, mutta olisi helpompi kertoa lapselle, jos teksti ja kuvat olisivat johdonmukaisia.
Mainitusta kritiikistä huolimatta hieno kirja luettavaksi ja katsottavaksi lasten kanssa.
Luin siis espanjankielisen version kirjasta El origen de las especies.
Teoksessa kerrotaan, miten hyönteisten tutkimus oli keskeinen lähtökohta Darwinin ajatusten kehittymiselle. Nyt hyönteisiä näytetään vain kirjan etu- ja takasivuilla, mutta ei itse tarinassa, jossa on kirahvit, leijonat, valaat jne. Olisi ollut hienoa näyttää, miten pientä tutkimalla voi tehdä isoja löytöjä. Kuvittajan taidoilla siitä olisi tullut tosi mielenkiintoinen.
Löysin myös joitakin epäjohdonmukaisuuksia, esim. sanotaan, et Darwinilla oli kahdeksan lasta ja kuvassa näkyy kymmenen. Wikipediasta löytyy selitys, mutta olisi helpompi kertoa lapselle, jos teksti ja kuvat olisivat johdonmukaisia.
Mainitusta kritiikistä huolimatta hieno kirja luettavaksi ja katsottavaksi lasten kanssa.
Luin siis espanjankielisen version kirjasta El origen de las especies.
March 10, 2019
Evolution and adaptation is not an easy to topic to get your head around but Sabina Radeva has created a wonderful illustrated text which makes Darwin's On The Origin of Species accessible for a young audience.
It includes quotations from the original text as well as simplified explanations of how animals have adapted for purpose and evolved. The illustrations include beautiful realistic depictions of a range of creatures.
It includes quotations from the original text as well as simplified explanations of how animals have adapted for purpose and evolved. The illustrations include beautiful realistic depictions of a range of creatures.
March 10, 2020
Στις 64 σελίδες του, η Radeva μιλάει μέσα από τα κείμενα του Δαρβίνου και τις δικές της εικονογραφήσεις για το πώς ο μεγάλος Βρετανός επιστήμονας παρατήρησε τον κόσμο γύρω του και συνέλαβε τη θεωρία της εξέλιξης των ειδών. Ενα φανταστικό βιβλίο γνώσεων, εξαιρετικά εικονογραφημένο και διασκευασμένο από έναν άνθρωπο γνώστη του αντικειμένου. Δεν είναι τυχαίο άλλωστε ότι μέσα σε ένα χρόνο από την αρχική του κυκλοφορία μεταφράστηκε σε περισσότερες από 30 γλώσσες.
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March 27, 2019
A beautiful introduction for younger readers to understand Darwin's theories, perfect for using the science lessons and the illustrations are very cute!
April 13, 2021
Illustrations are beautiful but I think the book is too brief to encapsulate the whole idea....but m not complaining... it's charming
November 7, 2020
A child friendly version of Charles Darwin’s well known book. The illustrations are lovely and the text is transformed into a child friendly format.
I really like that at the end of the book there is a quick summary surrounding Darwin’s Theory of Evolution as it summarises points to ensure clarity.
The appendix does a great job of explaining the finer details, also accompanied by illustrations. The author also addresses common misconceptions surrounding Evolution - this is particularly useful for lesson planning! I think it’s also really great that the author also includes recommendations for books which are similar to their own and are also informative picture books on the topic of Darwin’s theory.
I really like that at the end of the book there is a quick summary surrounding Darwin’s Theory of Evolution as it summarises points to ensure clarity.
The appendix does a great job of explaining the finer details, also accompanied by illustrations. The author also addresses common misconceptions surrounding Evolution - this is particularly useful for lesson planning! I think it’s also really great that the author also includes recommendations for books which are similar to their own and are also informative picture books on the topic of Darwin’s theory.
October 16, 2020
¿Han leído El origen de las especies de Charles Darwin?
Si no lo han leído pero quieren hacerlo o si desean que sus hijos o estudiantes tengan un acercamiento a las teorías de Darwin, esta edición adaptada e ilustrada por Sabina Radeva es preciosa y muy detallada.
Ha tomado un libro complejo y lo ha explicado de un modo fácil y fascinante a la vez haciendo que los conceptos queden clarísimos.
La edad recomendada es de 5-9 años pero la verdad es que cualquier amante de la naturaleza lo va a disfrutar de principio a fin. A nosotras nos encantó.
Si no lo han leído pero quieren hacerlo o si desean que sus hijos o estudiantes tengan un acercamiento a las teorías de Darwin, esta edición adaptada e ilustrada por Sabina Radeva es preciosa y muy detallada.
Ha tomado un libro complejo y lo ha explicado de un modo fácil y fascinante a la vez haciendo que los conceptos queden clarísimos.
La edad recomendada es de 5-9 años pero la verdad es que cualquier amante de la naturaleza lo va a disfrutar de principio a fin. A nosotras nos encantó.
August 24, 2020
Výborná vec pre decká od 8 rokov.
Autorka vybrala citáty a témy Darwinovej knihy veľmi dobre. Vysvetľuje ich primerane a veľmi zrozumiteľne. V závere je dokonca slovníček pojmov, pár odstatvcov porovnávajúcich Darwinove teórie so súčasnými vedomosťami a aj pár mýtov o tom, čo je a nie je evolúcia.
Kniha ako celok je veľmi krásna. Autorka je biologička aj skvelá ilustrátorka a grafička.
Autorka vybrala citáty a témy Darwinovej knihy veľmi dobre. Vysvetľuje ich primerane a veľmi zrozumiteľne. V závere je dokonca slovníček pojmov, pár odstatvcov porovnávajúcich Darwinove teórie so súčasnými vedomosťami a aj pár mýtov o tom, čo je a nie je evolúcia.
Kniha ako celok je veľmi krásna. Autorka je biologička aj skvelá ilustrátorka a grafička.
January 11, 2020
An absolutely beautiful book. The illustrations are amazing. The writing is crisp and well suited for younger readers. So excited to have been able to sponsor on Kickstarter.
May 23, 2019
A gentle and colourful introduction to a heavy subject.
A fun entryway to awaken curiosity.
Bonus point for having a little hidden snark
A fun entryway to awaken curiosity.
Bonus point for having a little hidden snark
July 22, 2022
Một cuốn sách khoa học rất tuyệt cho trẻ em độ tuổi 8-12. Tác giả (gốc là nhà khoa học) chọn lọc và trình bày những kết luận và khái niệm chính của cuốn Nguồn gốc các loài của Darwin bằng những hình minh họa tỉ mỉ và sát thực. Sách cũng đề cập đến quá trình, lí do học thuyết tiến hóa ra đời, đính chính những cách hiểu sai và tóm tắt những cập nhật/ phát triển thêm của thuyết.
Phần dịch sang tiếng Việt có 1-2 chỗ mình thấy cần cải thiện. Nhưng không ảnh hưởng lắm đến chất lượng của sách.
Vừa đọc sách, người đọc vừa có thể thích thú "thu thập" các mẫu vật mà tác giả ẩn trong từng bức tranh minh họa.
Cuốn sách tranh này quả là một tác phẩm sáng tạo mà cẩn trọng, vừa có tính nghệ thuật vừa có tính khoa học.
Phần dịch sang tiếng Việt có 1-2 chỗ mình thấy cần cải thiện. Nhưng không ảnh hưởng lắm đến chất lượng của sách.
Vừa đọc sách, người đọc vừa có thể thích thú "thu thập" các mẫu vật mà tác giả ẩn trong từng bức tranh minh họa.
Cuốn sách tranh này quả là một tác phẩm sáng tạo mà cẩn trọng, vừa có tính nghệ thuật vừa có tính khoa học.
February 27, 2022
I picked this one up for the gorgeous illustrations. The text inside is geared towards children. It does a good job of reducing technical information into understandable terms. Despite knowing next to nothing about Darwin, I didn't learn much of anything new about his beliefs on the origins of species, however, I am not the target audience. Perhaps, this would be sufficient for children but I would imagine that this book would lead to more questions than answers for children.
April 28, 2021
Review : Charles Darwin’s on the Origin of Species retold and illustrated by
The book has beautiful illustrations and evolution described so succinctly , making it a succulent read . My sons loved reading it. It covers myriad of topics, viz ; theory of evolution , natural selection , what are species , natural variations , geological imperfections etc !
The book has beautiful illustrations and evolution described so succinctly , making it a succulent read . My sons loved reading it. It covers myriad of topics, viz ; theory of evolution , natural selection , what are species , natural variations , geological imperfections etc !
June 27, 2023
A highly recommendable book on Charles Darwin’s groundbreaking work. The book uses simple and engaging language, making it ideal for the target audience and more accessible to younger readers.
This adaption combines many of Darwin’s concepts, such as natural selection and the variation of species, in an entertaining and informative way. Each page is accompanied with wonderful illustrations that bring the scientific concepts to life, making them easier to understand and visualise.
This adaption combines many of Darwin’s concepts, such as natural selection and the variation of species, in an entertaining and informative way. Each page is accompanied with wonderful illustrations that bring the scientific concepts to life, making them easier to understand and visualise.
February 28, 2020
Sabina Radevas børnevenlige genfortælling af Charles Darwins Arternes oprindelse er det perfekte eksempel på, hvorfor man aldrig bliver for gammel til børnelitteratur. I bogen dykker hun ned i evolutionsteorien og præsenterer arternes oprindelse ved hjælp af smukke illustrationer og børnevenlige tekstbidder.
Der er masser af læring for den voksne læser også, og den er oplagt til dialogisk læsning med god tid til at nyde de mange små detaljer på hver side.
Jeg skriver mere lige her: https://bookmeupscotty.blogspot.com/2...
Der er masser af læring for den voksne læser også, og den er oplagt til dialogisk læsning med god tid til at nyde de mange små detaljer på hver side.
Jeg skriver mere lige her: https://bookmeupscotty.blogspot.com/2...
March 19, 2019
Suurepärane! Võiks olla lastele loodusõpetuse tunnis kohustuslik lugemine, aga lugemisele lisaks: millised pildid!
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