Stephen Hawking: The Theoretical Physicist Who Shaped Our View of the Cosmos
Apr 2026 · Arcturus Publishing
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Explore the life and scientific legacy of Stephen Hawking - the brilliant theoretical physicist who changed the way we look at time and space.
Stephen Hawking's contributions to physics and cosmology literally changed our understanding of the universe. He not only lit up the academic world but punched through the barrier between academics and the general public, offering high-level scientific answers to the greatest human questions.
This captivating biography introduces his life and greatest scientific contributions, with accessible explanations on his theories surrounding general relativity, quantum mechanics, the science of black holes, and his pursuit of the 'Theory of Everything'. It also explores his diagnosis of motor neurone disease and the age of 21 and how he overcame these limitations to become one of the greatest scientific communicators in the modern world.
With black and white photographs throughout, this biography is gives wonderful insight into Hawking's extraordinary achievements and how his attitude to life and work were the true driver of his success.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Pioneers series brings together entertaining biographies of leading figures within scientific world and beyond, tracing their lives, legacy and the pioneering ideas that made them world-famous.
Stephen Hawking's contributions to physics and cosmology literally changed our understanding of the universe. He not only lit up the academic world but punched through the barrier between academics and the general public, offering high-level scientific answers to the greatest human questions.
This captivating biography introduces his life and greatest scientific contributions, with accessible explanations on his theories surrounding general relativity, quantum mechanics, the science of black holes, and his pursuit of the 'Theory of Everything'. It also explores his diagnosis of motor neurone disease and the age of 21 and how he overcame these limitations to become one of the greatest scientific communicators in the modern world.
With black and white photographs throughout, this biography is gives wonderful insight into Hawking's extraordinary achievements and how his attitude to life and work were the true driver of his success.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Pioneers series brings together entertaining biographies of leading figures within scientific world and beyond, tracing their lives, legacy and the pioneering ideas that made them world-famous.
Explore the life and scientific legacy of Stephen Hawking - the brilliant theoretical physicist who changed the way we look at time and space.
Stephen Hawking's contributions to physics and cosmology literally changed our understanding of the universe. He not only lit up the academic world but p...
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About the author
Chris McNab has worked as an author and editor for over 20 years. Over the course of his career, he has written more than 100 titles, many on historical and military topics as well as popular culture. His titles for Arcturus include: A History of War, and business biographies of Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates and Elon Musk. In addition to his writing work, Chris has made regular contributions on radio and television.
Chris McNab has worked as an author and editor for over 20 years. Over the course of his career, he has written more than 100 titles, many on historical and military topics as well as popular culture. His titles for Arcturus include: A History of War, and business biographies of Jeff Bezos, Bill ...
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