The definitive biography of the man who broadened our understanding of the universe.
Stephen Hawking is no ordinary scientist. Perhaps more than any other figure in modern physics, he has revolutionized our view of the cosmos. His theoretical work on black holes and the origins of the universe was groundbreaking—if not downright revolutionary.
The Story He has also spent much of his adult life confined to a wheelchair, a victim of ALS. But his physical limitations have done nothing to confine him intellectually. Hawking would already be remarkable for his cutting-edge work in theoretical physics alone, but he also managed to popularize science unlike anyone else, achieving cult-like fame with A Brief History of Time.
Although his own books are steeped in the complexities of cosmology, millions were eager to learn just some of what he had to offer. In this biography, science writers Michael White and John Gribbin have painted a compelling portrait of a scientific mind that soared beyond the confines of his body to the very edges of the universe.
Why this biography stands out:
Complete Picture: Covers both his personal struggle with ALS and his professional triumph in physics.
Expert Authors: John Gribbin is a trained astrophysicist, ensuring the science is explained correctly.
Accessible: A perfect companion read to Hawking's own (sometimes difficult) books.
🔭 From the Desk of Paul Bracken: "Hawking is a personal hero of mine. He proved that the most powerful tool for exploring the universe isn't a rocket, but the human mind. This biography does a great job of explaining the 'Hawking Radiation' theory without making your head spin."
