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3.98 AVERAGE
3.98 AVERAGE
emotional
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
If this book had been published before I took my high school physics course, and I had read it, I likely would have been more interested in the class and applied myself more despite the mathematics.
This was a free Goodreads first reads book.
This was a free Goodreads first reads book.
I thought there was a really good balance between Hawking's personal life and the theories that he's come up with throughout it. Until reading this, I had very little knowledge of Hawking in general, but I feel like I have a better understanding of him now. The book doesn't just focus on him - it focuses on his wife, as well, and I thought it to be very honest overall. Hawking wasn't portrayed in an over-the-top manner, but very dignified and appropriately so.
Everything was explained in an easy-to-understand description, which I appreciated, seeing as I'm hardly an expert on the subject of physics. I admit to skimming through them occasionally, but the book itself focused primarily on the person, rather than the sciences, so if you're looking for a thorough explanation of Hawking's works, An Unfettered Mind isn't the best choice. If, however, you're looking for a focus on Hawking himself, and his family, An Unfettered Mind is a great read.
Everything was explained in an easy-to-understand description, which I appreciated, seeing as I'm hardly an expert on the subject of physics. I admit to skimming through them occasionally, but the book itself focused primarily on the person, rather than the sciences, so if you're looking for a thorough explanation of Hawking's works, An Unfettered Mind isn't the best choice. If, however, you're looking for a focus on Hawking himself, and his family, An Unfettered Mind is a great read.
This was an insightful, readable book addressing Hawking from both a personal and professional perspective. The explanation of his theories and work was especially readable and understandable. Recommended.