Black Holes And Baby Universes And Other Essays

<p>Readers worldwide know the work of Stephen Hawking through his phenomenal bestseller <i>A Brief History of Time</i>.<br><br> In this collection of essays and other pieces - on subjects that range from warmly personal to the wholly scientific- he is revealed variously as the scientist the man the concerned world citizen and - as always - the rigorous and imaginative thinker. Whether remembering his first experience of nursery school; puncturing the arrogance of those who think science can best be understood only by other scientists and should be left to them; exploring the origins and the future of the universe; or reflecting on the phenomenon of <i>A Brief History of Time</i> Stephen's wit directness of style and absence of pomp are vital characteristics at all times.</p>