First published 1993
Renowned physicist Stephen Hawking takes readers on a mind-bending journey into the enigmatic realm of black holes. From the birth of these celestial marvels to their bizarre behavior, Hawking unveils the cutting edge of our understanding. Venture into the heart of a black hole, where space and time break down, and the laws of physics are turned inside out. Confront the unsettling prospect of being spaghettified by a black hole's immense gravity. Grapple with the mind-boggling idea of a universe born from the collapse of a star. Hawking's lively prose and scientific rigor make this an essential exploration of the darkest corners of the cosmos.
Genres: science, non-fiction, astronomy, physics
Vibes: accessible, informative, thought-provoking
Tropes: educational, scientific-exploration
71 pages · Paperback · Penguin Random House