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Stephen Hawking’s *A Brief History of Time* offers a sweeping overview of modern physics, covering the nature of time, the expansion of the universe, quantum theory, relativity, and the mystery of black holes. Since its 1988 publication, the book has been translated into more than thirty languages and has sold over ten million copies worldwide, making it a landmark in popular science. Hawking’s clear explanations make complex concepts approachable for readers of all backgrounds. The work traces the evolution of cosmology from the Big Bang to the present “golden age” of observational technology, highlighting key breakthroughs in our understanding of the cosmos. It also reflects on the philosophical implications of physics and the ongoing quest to unify the fundamental forces of nature.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Science/Astronomy
Authors: Stephen Hawking
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