The Masterworks of Physics and Astronomy, Curated by Stephen Hawking
World-renowned physicist and bestselling author Stephen Hawking presents a revolutionary look at the momentous discoveries that changed our perception of the universe. In this incredible compilation, Hawking traces the brilliant evolution of modern science, showing exactly how each great thinker built upon the genius of his predecessors.
This substantial volume includes seven classic works on physics and astronomy in their entirety, featuring the legendary writings of Nicolaus Copernicus, Sir Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, Galileo Galilei, and Johannes Kepler. To contextualize these towering masterpieces, Hawking provides five critical essays and a fascinating biography for each featured physicist.
Key Features:
Complete Works: Includes the full text of landmark writings like Newton's Principia, Einstein's The Principle of Relativity, and Copernicus's On the Revolution of Heavenly Spheres.
Expert Commentary: Features biographies and critical essays written by Stephen Hawking himself, offering unique, brilliant insight into these scientific giants.
Scientific History: A comprehensive collection that charts the incredible journey of human understanding from the Renaissance to the modern era.
🔭 From the Desk of Paul Bracken:
When I align my telescope's mount to perfectly track a deep space object across the night sky, I am literally relying on the math and physics laid down by the incredible minds in this book. Kepler, Galileo, Newton, Einstein... these are the true titans of astronomy. Having Stephen Hawking act as your personal guide through their original masterworks is an experience like no other. It's a hefty, profound volume that belongs on the desk of every serious science lover.
