hawking, stephen

Stephen Hawking was one of the greatest minds of our time. His theories about the universe have changed the way we think about black holes and the Big Bang. Learn more in this biography about the physicist on wheels who traveled the world.

Provides an in-depth look at the inspiration, achievements, and successes that define Stephen Hawking.

A biography of physicist Stephen Hawking, covering his early life, the obstacles he faced, and his impact on the world.

"A picture-book biography on science superstar Stephen Hawking, whose visionary mind revolutionized our concept of reality and whose struggle with ALS inspired millions"--Provided by publisher.

"A picture-book biography on science superstar Stephen Hawking, whose visionary mind revolutionized our concept of reality and whose struggle with ALS inspired millions"--Provided by the publisher.

"With spot art, charts, and graphic panels, this biography celebrates the life and accomplishments of Stephen Hawking"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of British physicist Stephen Hawking who spent his entire career trying to answer the question: "Where did the universe come from?" Although he was diagnosed with a neurological disease at age 21, he did not let the illness define his life and continued his research until his death in 2018. He is best known for his black hole theories and his best-selling book "A Brief History of Time.".

Presents a brief biography of physicist and cosmologist Stephen Hawking, discussing how as a young man Hawking was fascinated with the stars, was diagnosed with ALS in university, and now, fifty years later, is still theorizing about the universe.

"From his early days at Oxford, Stephen Hawking's brilliance and good humor were obvious to everyone he met. At twenty-one he was diagnosed with ALS, a disease that limited his ability to move and speak, though it did nothing to limit his mind. He went on to do groundbreaking work in cosmology and theoretical physics for decades after being told he had only a few years to live. Through his 1988 bestseller, A Brief History of Time, and his appearances on shows like Star Trek and The Big Bang Theory, Hawking became a household name and a pop-culture icon"--Provided by the publisher.

An illustrated biography of British theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking.