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Stephen Hawking
A British theoretical physicist and cosmologist. Researcher & explorer of black holes and the space-time continum.
Brief Answers to the Big Questions
Synopsis
Explore the universe's greatest mysteries with insights from one of history's most brilliant minds. Stephen Hawking, a figure of inspiration and scientific genius, tackles humanity's biggest questions about our past, present, and future. This collection of his final thoughts offers personal perspectives on our planet's trajectory, introduced by leading thinkers and featuring a foreword by Eddie Redmayne.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this book a collection of previously published essays?
The material is drawn from an extensive personal archive of speeches, interviews, and essays that Stephen Hawking compiled throughout his career. It was in development at the time of his death and was completed posthumously by his family, colleagues, and estate.
Do I need to read his other books before this one?
Each of the ten chapters is self-contained and addresses a specific question, allowing you to read them in any order that interests you. The book is designed to be accessible and does not require prior knowledge of his earlier scientific works.