A Brief History of Time: From the Big Bang to Black Holes

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  • Added: 2025-11-07
  • Updated: 2025-11-07
  • Reviews: 2
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Astrofella · 2019-04-12
great 4.50

The book's success is surprising given its complex subject matter. It manages to make abstract theories accessible to a wide audience.

The reviewer is amazed that a book on such complex topics became a bestseller. They appreciate Hawking's ability to simplify and explain intricate theories in a way that is engaging and understandable. The book is seen as a testament to Hawking's talent for making the abstract tangible. It's a book that challenges the reader but rewards them with a deeper understanding of the universe. The reviewer finds it both educational and enjoyable, making it a must-read for anyone interested in cosmology.


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    Nobody thought a book of abstruse musings about obscure theories of cosmology would sell

    But it became a worldwide bestseller, selling more than 10 million copies

    Hawking's ability to simplify and explain intricate theories in a way that is engaging and understandable.

Brothers Judd · Orrin C. Judd · 2000-06-29
good 4.00

The book provides interesting historical background that enhances the reading experience. It is compared favorably to other works in the genre.

Orrin C. Judd highlights how Hawking enriches the narrative with historical context, making it engaging and informative. He appreciates the effort to make complex topics accessible and finds the book to be a valuable addition to the genre. While he acknowledges that other authors might offer different perspectives, he believes Hawking's approach is both unique and enlightening. The book is praised for its ability to make abstract concepts understandable and relatable.


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    Hawking fleshes this tale out with historic background and it makes for really interesting reading

    Though I think Timothy Ferris offers an even better treatment of the subject

    Hawking's book is a valuable addition to the genre.