Stephen Hawking
Theoretical Physicist & Cosmologist
Stephen Hawking was a theoretical physicist and cosmologist whose work on black holes and general relativity revolutionized modern physics. He served as the Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at Cambridge and is best known for his discovery of Hawking radiation. Despite a diagnosis of ALS at age 21, …
8 books authored
A Brief History of Time
From the Big Bang to Black Holes
A landmark work in theoretical physics that introduces readers to the origin and structure of the universe. Stephen Hawking explores the nature of space and time, the Big Bang theory, and the mechanics of black holes. The text examines the ongoing search for a unified theory that reconciles general relativity with quantum mechanics.
Black Holes and Baby Universes and Other Essays
And Other Essays
A collection of thirteen essays and an extended interview by theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking. The pieces span topics from his childhood and experience with ALS to the thermodynamics of black holes and the origin of the universe.
The Nature of Space and Time
The Isaac Newton Institute Series of Lectures
Based on a 1994 debate at the University of Cambridge, this book details the conflicting perspectives of two leading physicists on the fundamental laws of the universe. The authors explore the synthesis of quantum mechanics and general relativity while addressing the origins of the Big Bang and the properties of black holes.
The Universe in a Nutshell
Stephen Hawking provides an illustrated update on advancements in theoretical physics since A Brief History of Time. The book explores complex subjects such as superstring theory, M-theory, and black holes while explaining the principles that govern the cosmos.
George's Secret Key to the Universe
A Cosmic Adventure
A young boy named George befriends his scientist neighbor and gains access to Cosmos, a super-intelligent computer that can open portals into space. Through their adventures, the book explains complex scientific concepts like black holes and the laws of physics. It blends a fictional narrative with factual essays and photographs of the cosmos.
The Grand Design
New Answers to the Ultimate Questions of Life
This work examines the origins of the universe and the nature of reality through the lens of modern physics, including M-theory and the multiverse. It explores how the universe could have emerged from nothing without divine intervention, using the laws of quantum mechanics and relativity.
My Brief History
A concise memoir by theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking tracing his journey from his childhood in post-war London to his academic career and international celebrity. Hawking reflects on his diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), his intellectual breakthroughs in cosmology, and the creation of his landmark book, A Brief History of Time.
Brief Answers to the Big Questions
Stephen Hawking's final thoughts on the universe's biggest questions
A posthumous collection of the author's final reflections on fundamental scientific and philosophical inquiries. The text addresses topics ranging from the origins of the universe and the existence of God to the potential impact of artificial intelligence and the future of space exploration.