"This sumptuously illustrated celebration of Hawking's life captures perfectly its depth and breadth." - Marcus Chown
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A behind-the scenes tour of the inner sanctum of one of the world's most prominent scientific thinkers.
In 2021, the Science Museum made a once-in-a-lifetime acquisition of the contents of Stephen Hawking's office. This book delves into that remarkable collection, using the seminal papers, items and curiosities in his office to explain his theories and reveal more about one of the greatest minds in modern science. It's an unprecedented glimpse into the life of the best-known scientist of modern times.
"In this unique book, Roger Highfield's clear expositions of Stephen Hawking's ideas are supplemented by fascinating illustrations that convey how he lived and worked. It's a beautifully-presented celebration of Stephen's amazing life - how his insights and discoveries were achieved against heavy odds."
- Martin Rees, Baron Rees of Ludlow and Astronomer Royal
| ISBN: | 9780241630662 |
| Publication date: | 7th March 2024 |
| Author: | Roger Highfield |
| Publisher: | Dorling Kindersley Limited an imprint of Dorling Kindersley Ltd |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 240 pages |
| Series: | Science Museum |
| Genres: |
Biography: science, technology and medicine History of science Popular Science |
"This sumptuously illustrated celebration of Hawking's life captures perfectly its depth and breadth." - Marcus Chown
--
A behind-the scenes tour of the inner sanctum of one of the world's most prominent scientific thinkers.
In 2021, the Science Museum made a once-in-a-lifetime acquisition of the contents of Stephen Hawking's office. This book delves into that remarkable collection, using the seminal papers, items and curiosities in his office to explain his theories and reveal more about one of the greatest minds in modern science. It's an unprecedented glimpse into the life of the best-known scientist of modern times.
"In this unique book, Roger Highfield's clear expositions of Stephen Hawking's ideas are supplemented by fascinating illustrations that convey how he lived and worked. It's a beautifully-presented celebration of Stephen's amazing life - how his insights and discoveries were achieved against heavy odds."
- Martin Rees, Baron Rees of Ludlow and Astronomer Royal
The Science Museum Stephen Hawking Genius at Work features in the following genres: Biography: science, technology and medicine, History of science, Popular Science
The Science Museum Stephen Hawking Genius at Work is available in Hardback
The Science Museum Stephen Hawking Genius at Work was written by Roger Highfield and published by Dorling Kindersley Limited an imprint of Dorling Kindersley Ltd
The Science Museum Stephen Hawking Genius at Work has 240 pages
Yes it is part of Science Museum series
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