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The Illustrated A Brief History Of Time / The Universe In A Nutshell Two Books In One
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A Landmark In Scientific Writing. For This Expanded Edition, Professor Hawking Prepared A New Introduction To The Book, Wrote An Entirely New Chapter On Wormholes And Time Travel, And Updated The Original Text. This Edition Is Enhanced Throughout With More Than 240 Fullcolor Illustrations, Including Satellite Images, Photographs Made Possible By Spectacular Technological Advances Such As The Hubble Space Telescope, And Computergenerated Images Of Three And Fourdimensional Realities. A Classic Work That Now Brings To The Reader The Latest Understanding Of Cosmology, The Illustrated Brief History Of Time Is The Story Of The Ongoing Search For The Secrets At The Heart Of Time And Space. In The Universe In A Nutshell, Stephen Hawking Takes Us To The Cutting Edge Of Theoretical Physics, Where He Seeks To Uncover The Grail Of Science The Elusive Theory Of Everything That Lies At The Heart Of The Cosmos. In His Accessible And Often Playful Style, He Guides Us On His Search To Uncover The Secrets Of The Universe From Supergravity To Supersymmetry, From Quantum Theory To M Theory, From Holography To Duality. Copious Fourcolor Illustrations Help Clarify This Journey Into A Surreal Wonderland Where Particles, Sheets, And Strings Move In Eleven Dimensions And Where The Original Cosmic Seed From Which Our Universe Sprang Was A Tiny Nut.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics are covered in 'The Illustrated A Brief History of Time / The Universe in a Nutshell'? A: This book covers a wide range of topics in cosmology, including black holes, the Big Bang theory, wormholes, and the search for the Theory of Everything. It blends complex scientific concepts with accessible language.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Stephen Hawking, a renowned theoretical physicist known for his work on black holes and cosmology.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in astrophysics? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible to a general audience, making it suitable for beginners who are interested in understanding complex scientific ideas.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 464 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its topics.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is a hardcover, which offers durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Are there illustrations included in the book? A: Yes, the book is enhanced with over 240 full-color illustrations, including photographs and computer-generated images, to help clarify complex concepts.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This expanded edition was published on January 1, 2007.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is brand new, ensuring that readers receive a high-quality product.
- Q: What is the significance of the new chapter added in this edition? A: The new chapter focuses on wormholes and time travel, providing updated insights and expanding on the topics discussed in the original text.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic purposes? A: While the book is accessible to non-specialists, it can also serve as a valuable reference for students and anyone interested in astrophysics and cosmology.