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Product Identifiers
PublisherRandom House Publishing Group
ISBN-101984819194
ISBN-139781984819192
eBay Product ID (ePID)27038597657
Product Key Features
Book TitleBrief Answers to the Big Questions
Number of Pages256 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2018
TopicPhilosophy & Social Aspects, Physics / Astrophysics, Personal Memoirs, Cosmology, General, Religion & Science
IllustratorYes
GenreReligion, Philosophy, Science, Biography & Autobiography
AuthorStephen Hawking
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight12.4 Oz
Item Length8.1 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2018-179891
Dewey Edition23
Reviews"This beautiful little book is a fitting last twinkle from a new star in the firmament above." -- The Telegraph "It's a book every thinking person worried about humanity's future should read. . . . Hawking's parting gift to humanity." --NPR
Dewey Decimal500
Synopsis#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - The world-famous cosmologist and author of A Brief History of Time leaves us with his final thoughts on the biggest questions facing humankind. "Hawking's parting gift to humanity . . . a book every thinking person worried about humanity's future should read."--NPR NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Forbes - The Guardian - Wired Stephen Hawking was the most renowned scientist since Einstein, known both for his groundbreaking work in physics and cosmology and for his mischievous sense of humor. He educated millions of readers about the origins of the universe and the nature of black holes, and inspired millions more by defying a terrifying early prognosis of ALS, which originally gave him only two years to live. In later life he could communicate only by using a few facial muscles, but he continued to advance his field and serve as a revered voice on social and humanitarian issues. Hawking not only unraveled some of the universe's greatest mysteries but also believed science plays a critical role in fixing problems here on Earth. Now, as we face immense challenges on our planet--including climate change, the threat of nuclear war, and the development of artificial intelligence--he turns his attention to the most urgent issues facing us. Will humanity survive? Should we colonize space? Does God exist? These are just a few of the questions Hawking addresses in this wide-ranging, passionately argued final book from one of the greatest minds in history. Featuring a foreword by Eddie Redmayne, who won an Oscar playing Stephen Hawking, an introduction by Nobel Laureate Kip Thorne, and an afterword from Hawking's daughter, Lucy, Brief Answers to the Big Questions is a brilliant last message to the world. Praise for Brief Answers to the Big Questions " Hawking is] a symbol of the soaring power of the human mind." -- The Washington Post "Hawking's final message to readers . . . is a hopeful one." --CNN "Brisk, lucid peeks into the future of science and of humanity." --The Wall Street Journal "Hawking pulls no punches on subjects like machines taking over, the biggest threat to Earth, and the possibilities of intelligent life in space." --Quartz "Effortlessly instructive, absorbing, up to the minute and--where it matters--witty." --The Guardian "This beautiful little book is a fitting last twinkle from a new star in the firmament above." -- The Telegraph, #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * The world-famous cosmologist and author of A Brief History of Time leaves us with his final thoughts on the biggest questions facing humankind. "Hawking's parting gift to humanity . . . a book every thinking person worried about humanity's future should read."--NPR NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Forbes * The Guardian * Wired Stephen Hawking was the most renowned scientist since Einstein, known both for his groundbreaking work in physics and cosmology and for his mischievous sense of humor. He educated millions of readers about the origins of the universe and the nature of black holes, and inspired millions more by defying a terrifying early prognosis of ALS, which originally gave him only two years to live. In later life he could communicate only by using a few facial muscles, but he continued to advance his field and serve as a revered voice on social and humanitarian issues. Hawking not only unraveled some of the universe's greatest mysteries but also believed science plays a critical role in fixing problems here on Earth. Now, as we face immense challenges on our planet--including climate change, the threat of nuclear war, and the development of artificial intelligence--he turns his attention to the most urgent issues facing us. Will humanity survive? Should we colonize space? Does God exist? These are just a few of the questions Hawking addresses in this wide-ranging, passionately argued final book from one of the greatest minds in history. Featuring a foreword by Eddie Redmayne, who won an Oscar playing Stephen Hawking, an introduction by Nobel Laureate Kip Thorne, and an afterword from Hawking's daughter, Lucy, Brief Answers to the Big Questions is a brilliant last message to the world. Praise for Brief Answers to the Big Questions "[Hawking is] a symbol of the soaring power of the human mind." -- The Washington Post "Hawking's final message to readers . . . is a hopeful one." --CNN "Brisk, lucid peeks into the future of science and of humanity." --The Wall Street Journal "Hawking pulls no punches on subjects like machines taking over, the biggest threat to Earth, and the possibilities of intelligent life in space." --Quartz "Effortlessly instructive, absorbing, up to the minute and--where it matters--witty." --The Guardian "This beautiful little book is a fitting last twinkle from a new star in the firmament above." -- The Telegraph
LC Classification NumberQ173.H388 2018
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- Apr 17, 2022
Easy to Read Prophetic Work by Dr. Stephen Hawking!
Stephen Hawking had a way of simplifying science so even the non-science person can understand what he was talking about. Yet most importantly, he talked about "why we care" about each of the Big Questions! It is an easy to read and hard to put down book. And yes, it addresses many of the biggest questions that we have today! It's a must read book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Nov 20, 2018
Say it all
It is a great book for physicists and all people. So glad he wrote it. The hardback is the best.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Dec 08, 2020
Need to read
The logic in this book is phenomenal. It’s an absolutely fascinating read and it’s giving me answers I’ve needed since I was 13. The book arrived shrink wrapped in perfect condition.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Feb 24, 2019
Great book
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- Dec 26, 2018
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- Jan 24, 2019
Great book at resonable price.
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- Oct 29, 2018
Greatness!
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