Luis Walter Álvarez

This hardcover edition of Luis Walter Álvarez is in good condition, with no dust jacket present. It exhibits typical library markings, including a stamp from Swansea Elementary School Library. The binding is intact and pages are clean, with no inscriptions or signatures. The cover shows minor wear consistent with library use but remains sturdy and well-preserved.

Luis Walter Álvarez by Tina Randall is a biographical account published by Raintree in 2006, focusing on the life and achievements of the renowned physicist Luis Walter Alvarez. This hardcover edition, printed in Chicago, is part of the Hispanic-American Biographies series, offering insight into Alvarez's contributions to science and his role as a prominent Hispanic-American figure. The book is tailored for juvenile readers, providing an engaging and educational perspective on Alvarez's innovations and his impact on technology, including advancements in binoculars, cameras, and television. While the copyright page states this printing is from 2006, the presence of a library stamp from Swansea Elementary School indicates its prior use as an educational resource. The book does not include a dust jacket and is not a first edition, as evidenced by the number line. This edition is a valuable resource for those interested in science biographies and Hispanic-American history.