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Very difficult reading, not because of the writing but because of the subject. But if you are interested and have the time and energy, it is as good a book on the subject as you will find. Frankly the subject matter is beyond the average person, including this reader, but I did grasp some of the concepts presented. I will read it again to see if I can understand more of it, but one needs some background in the matter to be able to understand some of the concepts and theories presented. It is as well written and concise and clear as it can be made, I think. Try Einstein's little book that he wrote too explain, I believe, the special theory of relativity for comparison. Don't remember the name but you can find it if you're interested. And it is almost incomprehensible.
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I've liked stars, planets, galaxies, etc, for years, but struggled with the hard-core math & physics involved. To my surprise (and relief!), Hawking not only knows the micros (subatomic particles) and the macros (possible/most likely outcomes of Big Bang) on the subject, but explains huge concepts in a fun (yes, he's actually got quite a keen sense of humor) and fairly easy and fascinating writing style. This is no college professor's self-indulgent lecture, but an amazing, concise, and enjoyable overview of where we've been (Newton & the apple), where we know now (quarks, supernovas, extrasolar planets), and insights into where we're headed (space, the Final Frontier). Depending on how deeply you dig into the meat of it, the book can take you anywhere from a week to a month to read, and blow the minds of family and friends and teachers with what you've learned. Again, his teaching style builds from basics to the complex, so you may be quite surprised by how much even you leave this read with. (And, of course, with eBay's discount rates, get a great mental feast for a great deal!)Read full review
This book heps us understand our existence.
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This is an excellent book for scientists, and those that understand the complexity of the world. The technical aspects are beyond me, however I did enjoy most of the book. It was well worth the investment.
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A journey in the mind of one of the 20th century greatest scientists. A must read
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