A Brief History of Time
A Brief History of Time
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BetaBook • Nonfiction
1980s
1988
Adult
16+ years
Super Short Summary
A Brief History of Time by S. W. Hawking explores complex concepts of cosmology, including the Big Bang, black holes, and the nature of the universe. The book aims to make these theories accessible to the general reader and discusses the quest to find a unified theory of physics.
Reviews & Readership
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Stephen Hawking's A Brief History of Time is lauded for making complex astrophysical concepts accessible to a broad audience. Its clear explanations and engaging style are widely appreciated. However, some readers find the dense scientific material challenging and occasionally abstruse. This book remains a pivotal read for those interested in the cosmos.
Who Should Read A Brief History of Time?
The ideal reader for A Brief History of Time by Stephen W. Hawking is curious about the universe's origins, enjoys exploring complex scientific concepts, and appreciates clear explanations of physics and cosmology. Similar readers might also enjoy Cosmos by Carl Sagan or The Elegant Universe by Brian Greene.
A Brief History of Time was first published in 1988 and has since sold over 25 million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling science books in history.
Contrary to its complex subject matter, the book aimed to be understandable to the general public, and it stayed on the London Sunday Times bestseller list for a record-breaking 237 weeks.
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Stephen Hawking included only one equation, E=mc², in A Brief History of Time to ensure the book was accessible, as he was advised that each additional equation could cut its sales in half.
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Book • Nonfiction
1980s
1988
Adult
16+ years
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