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murinius's review against another edition
3.0
This book is presented as an introduction, but be prepared! I learned a lot, but as an absolute newcomer to physics and the hard sciences in general, I found it hard to fully grasp certain concepts or to think of them in simultaneous with new ideas as Hawking was introducing them. The book is packed with information, but I think I would have taken more from it if I had some prior knowledge of physics, or if he'd explained some of these postulates in greater detail. Some parts left me confused because there was no explanation as to why one idea should follow from the other, though it seemed like it would have been obvious to someone with the appropriate background.
In summary, I found it a little difficult but enjoyable, and after having read it I'm certainly more curious about the topic. All in all a good choice.
In summary, I found it a little difficult but enjoyable, and after having read it I'm certainly more curious about the topic. All in all a good choice.
theelliad's review against another edition
3.0
I have learned to love a physics book but this one just didn’t have the same kick as the previous 2! I love all the spacey stuff and the humour though
maddyy_orourke's review against another edition
I didn’t finish this because I decided to pick this complicated book up at age 10 years old because my PE teacher said it was his favourite book
alghesny's review against another edition
4.0
Informative, challenging, thought provoking, and strangely entertaining to read through! Professor Hawking had a great sense of humor 🤭🧠