Brief Answers to the Big Questions

De: Stephen Hawking, Eddie Redmayne - foreword

Narrado por: Garrick Hagon, Lucy Hawking, Ben Whishaw

Number-one New York Times best seller

The world-famous cosmologist and author of A Brief History of Time leaves us with his final thoughts on the biggest questions facing humankind.

"Hawking’s parting gift to humanity...a book every thinking person worried about humanity’s future should read." (NPR)

Named one of the best books of the year by The Guardian and Wired

Stephen Hawking was the most renowned scientist since Einstein, known both for his groundbreaking work in physics and cosmology and for his mischievous sense of humor. He educated millions of readers about the origins of the universe and the nature of black holes, and inspired millions more by defying a terrifying early prognosis of ALS, which originally gave him only two years to live. In later life he could communicate only by using a few facial muscles, but he continued to advance his field and serve as a revered voice on social and humanitarian issues.

Hawking not only unraveled some of the universe's greatest mysteries but also believed science plays a critical role in fixing problems here on Earth. Now, as we face immense challenges on our planet - including climate change, the threat of nuclear war, and the development of artificial intelligence - he turns his attention to the most urgent issues facing us. Will humanity survive? Should we colonize space? Does God exist?

These are just a few of the questions Hawking addresses in this wide-ranging, passionately argued final book from one of the greatest minds in history. Featuring a foreword by Eddie Redmayne, who won an Oscar playing Stephen Hawking, an introduction by Nobel Laureate Kip Thorne, and an afterword from Hawking's daughter, Lucy, Brief Answers to the Big Questions is a brilliant last message to the world.

Praise for Brief Answers to the Big Questions:

"[Hawking is] a symbol of the soaring power of the human mind." (The Washington Post)

"Hawking's final message to readers...is a hopeful one." (CNN)

"Brisk, lucid peeks into the future of science and of humanity." (The Wall Street Journal)

"Hawking pulls no punches on subjects like machines taking over, the biggest threat to Earth, and the possibilities of intelligent life in space." (Quartz)

"Effortlessly instructive, absorbing, up to the minute and - where it matters - witty." (The Guardian)

"This beautiful little book is a fitting last twinkle from a new star in the firmament above." (The Telegraph)

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"This beautiful little book is a fitting last twinkle from a new star in the firmament above.” (The Telegraph)

"It’s a book every thinking person worried about humanity’s future should read. . . . Hawking’s parting gift to humanity.” (NPR)

“[Hawking is] a symbol of the soaring power of the human mind.” (The Washington Post)

What a remarkable and insightful man

Three short hours of thoughts I find myself replaying over and over again. Stephen Harkins life was probably the most nobel in the history of science. We may never see anyone like him again.

The conclusion of his works

This book is my first for Stephen Hawking
and although it is a small book it was not an easy listen, specially if the reader is not very familiar with the concepts of physics astronomy but nonetheless, i enjoyed every bit of it and it was full of new informations

I liked how between each chapter there was a snippet of an actual interview with Stephen, that made it very personal and relatable

It is truly inspiring to listen to some of his personal stories and his views on life and the future of humanity, it makes one think about the bigger picture and how we as a species have evolved and how can we benefit of the collective human knowledge of our time to face the challenges of tomorrow

I was almost brought to tears by the special dedication by his daughter at the end of the book, truly remarkable man and such a loss for humanity.

The narrator speaks very clearly and calmly and is perfect for such a book

Absolutely Fantastic

In short, this was an an intriguing ride through various topics of science that touched on what dangers humans can do to themselves as well as the incredible opportunities we could have if we focused more on the well-being of the world as a whole. The afterward was such a warm and powerful message by his daughter. I’m thankful the world also is sprinkled with wonderful people that encourage others to dig deep and make the most out of the potential they have to leave the world better than when they arrived.

One of the most enjoyable short books ever bought

Whether you are an expert or know nothing, you will not regret this short purchase. We lost a great man. Listen to his final thoughts.

Truly beautiful book

I adore this book so much. Each chapter deals with a different scientific question and Hawking dives into each topic. Very easy to understand and is very insightful. Please read this book if you want to better yourself and further your knowledge on the world and the forces surrounding us.

Really nice reading!!!

The author manages to resume complex answers in an easy digestable way.

it's also very admirable how he manages to carry on a regular and brillante life with his apparent disability. I say apparent because, now a realized, he has no disabilities, I realized that I'm the one with plenty of disabilities

One final gift from an amazing man.

Not completely new ideas if you have already read something from Mr. Hawking, but with some fresh twists. Well produced.

Very interesting!

Super interesting! A very good examination of some of life's biggest questions (Is there a god? Where did the universe come from? Is time travel possible? Should humans leave Earth and colonize space?) You don't need to have really understanding of theoretical physics to understand this. It's very easy to follow and I only got lost a few times due to my own inattention. I enjoyed the addition of the questions and answers with Hawking himself that are included

Wonderful!

Even in his absents, he shows us to embrace knowledge and that it is not something to fear or ignore. At least for me you made a difference and I hope through wha5 you have wrote and taught we continue to embrace it. Thank you.

Interesting, educational and inspiring!

Brief Answers to the Big Questions by Stephen Hawking is one the very good audio books I listened to. We brought this audio book a while ago and so glad to have finally listened to it. It is inspiring to hear the thoughts of one of the great scientists of this century with lots of knowledge and wisdom. It is totally worthwhile.

This is my first book Stephen Hawking and I am looking forward to reading/listening other books of Stephen Hawking, especially Brief History of Time and The Theory of Everything. Also, this is one of those rare books that will continue to be interesting, probably timeless and forever. I plan to re-listen to this book again not only because it is rare to find someone intellectually with whom I couldn't agree more but also because there is so much of wisdom and truth in this book which I find inspiring and hopeful.