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A Brief History of Time

By Stephen Hawking

This episode transcends a mere book summary, delving into Stephen Hawking's profound inquiry into the universe's origins, fate, and humanity's place, focusing on the enduring questions and conceptual tensions his work illuminated.

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“This episode transcends a mere book summary, delving into Stephen Hawking's profound inquiry into the universe's origins, fate, and humanity's place, focusing on the enduring questions and conceptual tensions his work illuminated.”

— Stephen Hawking, A Brief History of Time

What it is about

cosmology, theoretical physics, black holes

Who it is for

Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of cosmology, theoretical physics, black holes and better judgment in how they apply it.

The author

Stephen Hawking brings a credible and useful lens to cosmology, theoretical physics, black holes, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.

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