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A Star That Still Shines
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A Star That Still Shines

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In 18th-century China, in a world that sought to confine women to a narrow, domestic sphere, one woman looked up at the stars and dared to ask "why?"

Wang Zhenyi was a genius far ahead of her time. A polymath who mastered astronomy, mathematics, and physics, she also wrote beautiful poetry that fused scientific wonder with philosophical depth. She constructed a model to explain lunar eclipses, simplified complex calculations for future generations, and bravely challenged the prevailing knowledge of her day. Yet, her story was nearly lost to history.

This book brings to light the incredible life of a woman who defied convention, teaching herself the secrets of the universe and leaving a legacy that continues to inspire. Her life is a powerful testament to intellectual courage, showing that even in the quietest moments, a single person's determination can change the world. A Star That Still Shines is a captivating journey into a forgotten chapter of scientific history, revealing the genius who refused to let her light be dimmed.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Michael Webster
Date
25 October 2025
Pages
154
ISBN
9798231138357

This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.

In 18th-century China, in a world that sought to confine women to a narrow, domestic sphere, one woman looked up at the stars and dared to ask "why?"

Wang Zhenyi was a genius far ahead of her time. A polymath who mastered astronomy, mathematics, and physics, she also wrote beautiful poetry that fused scientific wonder with philosophical depth. She constructed a model to explain lunar eclipses, simplified complex calculations for future generations, and bravely challenged the prevailing knowledge of her day. Yet, her story was nearly lost to history.

This book brings to light the incredible life of a woman who defied convention, teaching herself the secrets of the universe and leaving a legacy that continues to inspire. Her life is a powerful testament to intellectual courage, showing that even in the quietest moments, a single person's determination can change the world. A Star That Still Shines is a captivating journey into a forgotten chapter of scientific history, revealing the genius who refused to let her light be dimmed.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Michael Webster
Date
25 October 2025
Pages
154
ISBN
9798231138357