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What Is Inside a Black Hole? by Stephen Hawking explores the mysteries of black holes, offering insights into their formation, structure, and the fundamental laws of physics that govern them. It explains complex scientific concepts in an accessible way, making it a fascinating read for anyone curious about the universe.
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What Is Inside a Black Hole?

Brief Answers, Big Questions: four new books celebrating the genius of Stephen Hawking's brilliant posthumous work, Brief Answers to the Big Questions, with each one offering two electrifying essays from one of the greatest minds of our age.

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What Is Inside a Black Hole? by Stephen Hawking takes readers on an extraordinary journey to the farthest reaches of our universe and beyond. In this enlightening book, Hawking addresses some of the most fascinating and perplexing questions about black holes and the very fabric of space and time. Just as he captivated audiences around the world, in this work, he delves deep into the origins, mechanics, and mysteries of one of the most enigmatic entities in the cosmos — the black hole.

If you have ever wondered what would happen if you fell into a black hole or if time travel could ever be more than just a science fiction concept, this book will both thrill and educate you. With unparalleled clarity and a touch of subtle humour, Hawking explains complex theories and transforms mind-bending concepts into an accessible narrative for all readers.

Throughout his illustrious career, Stephen Hawking pushed the boundaries of our understanding of the universe. In What Is Inside a Black Hole?, he continues his legacy, addressing questions that have puzzled scientists and laypeople alike. From the mechanics of black holes to the possibility of traversing through entirely different dimensions, his insights offer a lucid glimpse into the world of theoretical physics.

"If you feel you are in a black hole, don't give up. There's a way out"

Hawking’s ability to simplify the complexities of cosmology for a broad audience is truly unparalleled. This volume, derived from his No. 1 bestselling Brief Answers to the Big Questions, features a collection of his most electrifying essays, showcasing his cutting-edge research and thought-provoking viewpoints.

"The best most mind-bending sort of physics" The Times

Whether you are a science enthusiast or a curious reader seeking to understand the wonders of the universe, What Is Inside a Black Hole? promises to be an enlightening and awe-inspiring experience. Immerse yourself in Hawking's extraordinary vision and uncover the mysteries that lie within the black holes of our cosmos.

Series: Brief Answers, Big Questions

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529392364

Publisher: John Murray Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: John Murray Publishers Ltd

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 110.0mm

Height: 176.0mm

Weight: 60g

Pages: 80

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About the Author

STEPHEN HAWKING was a brilliant theoretical physicist and is generally considered to have been one of the world's greatest thinkers. He held the position of Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at the University of Cambridge for thirty years and is the author of A Brief History of Time which was an international bestseller and the Sunday Times bestseller Brief Answers to the Big Questions. His other books for the general reader include A Briefer History of Time, the essay collection Black Holes and Baby Universes, The Universe in a Nutshell, The Grand Design and Black Holes: The BBC Reith Lectures. He died on 14 March, 2018.

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