A Brief History of Time
"A Brief History of Time" by Stephen Hawking explores fundamental questions about the universe, including the nature of time, black holes, and the Big Bang. Hawking presents complex scientific concepts in an accessible manner, aiming to explain how the universe works and our place within it. The book challenges readers to consider the mysteries of existence and the laws of physics that govern reality.
10 curated highlights from this book
Key Insights & Memorable Quotes
Below are the most impactful passages and quotes from A Brief History of Time, carefully selected to capture the essence of the book.
The universe doesn't allow perfection.
The laws of science must hold everywhere.
Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change.
The past, present, and future are all interconnected.
Our universe is one of many.
If we find the answer, it would be the ultimate triumph.
The event horizon is a boundary beyond which events cannot affect an outside observer.
A black hole is a region of space where the gravitational pull is so strong that nothing can escape.
We are just an advanced breed of monkeys on a minor planet of a very average star.