Hawking

Stephen Hawking's brilliance and good humor were obvious to everyone he met, and he went on to do groundbreaking work in cosmology and theoretical physics for decades after being diagnosed with ALS.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 27 July 2021
Publisher: Roaring Brook Press

Stephen Hawking's remarkable brilliance and infectious good humor were evident from his early days at Oxford. Despite being diagnosed with ALS at the age of twenty-one, a disease that severely limited his physical abilities, it did not diminish his intellectual prowess. Over the course of several decades, Hawking embarked on groundbreaking work in cosmology and theoretical physics, defying the expectations of those who had given him only a few years to live. His 1988 bestseller, "A Brief History of Time," became a global phenomenon, captivating readers with its accessible explanations of complex scientific concepts. Through his appearances on popular TV shows like "Star Trek" and "The Big Bang Theory," Hawking not only reached a wider audience but also became a beloved pop-culture icon. In their book "Hawking," Jim Ottaviani and Leland Myrick have meticulously crafted a comprehensive portrait that delves into the life of this extraordinary thinker, public figure, and the man behind both identities.

Stephen Hawking's remarkable journey began at Oxford, where his intelligence and humor shone brightly. Despite being diagnosed with ALS at the tender age of twenty-one, his intellectual prowess remained unwavering. Over the course of decades, Hawking made groundbreaking contributions to cosmology and theoretical physics, defying the limitations imposed by his physical condition. His bestselling book, "A Brief History of Time," became a global sensation, captivating readers with its accessible explanations of complex scientific concepts. Hawking's impact extended beyond academia, as he became a beloved pop-culture icon through his appearances on popular TV shows like "Star Trek" and "The Big Bang Theory." In their book "Hawking," Jim Ottaviani and Leland Myrick have meticulously crafted a comprehensive portrait that delves into the life of this extraordinary thinker, public figure, and the man behind both identities.

Weight: 604g
Dimension: 153 x 216 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781250777942