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Contributors:
Redmayne, Eddie, 1982- writer of foreword.
Thorne, Kip S., writer of introduction.
Hawking, Lucy, writer of afterword.
Published:
New York :
Format:
Book
Edition:
First U.S. edition.
Physical Desc:
xxiii, 230 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
Status:
East Hampton Adult Nonfiction
523 HAW

Description

Offers the renowned scientist's final thoughts on using science to address the most important challenges facing humanity.

"The world-famous cosmologist and #1 bestselling author of A Brief History of Time leaves us with his final thoughts on the biggest questions facing humankind. 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."--Dust jacket.

Known both for his groundbreaking work in physics and cosmology as well as for his mischievous sense of humor, Hawking 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 this collection of essays he turns his attention to some of the questions he heard repeatedly. Will humanity survive? Should we colonize space? Does God exist? Hawking shares his final thoughts on some of the biggest challenges facing us. -- adapted from jacket.

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English
ISBN:
9781984819192

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Includes index.
Description
Offers the renowned scientist's final thoughts on using science to address the most important challenges facing humanity.
Description
"The world-famous cosmologist and #1 bestselling author of A Brief History of Time leaves us with his final thoughts on the biggest questions facing humankind. 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."--Dust jacket.
Description
Known both for his groundbreaking work in physics and cosmology as well as for his mischievous sense of humor, Hawking 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 this collection of essays he turns his attention to some of the questions he heard repeatedly. Will humanity survive? Should we colonize space? Does God exist? Hawking shares his final thoughts on some of the biggest challenges facing us. -- adapted from jacket.

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APA Citation (style guide)

Hawking, S., Redmayne, E., Thorne, K. S., & Hawking, L. Brief answers to the big questions. First U.S. edition. New York.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)

Stephen Hawking et al.. Brief Answers to the Big Questions. New York.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)

Stephen Hawking et al., Brief Answers to the Big Questions. New York.

MLA Citation (style guide)

Hawking, Stephen, et al. Brief Answers to the Big Questions. First U.S. edition. New York,

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