Autor Graham Farmelo

'When one is faced with the possibility of early death, it makes one realise that life is worth living.' Stephen HawkingAn insatiable curiosity and appreciation for life powered Stephen Hawking to the furthest reaches of the universe and human achievement:…

Many of the world's leading physicists are confident that they are on track to discover a new understanding of the universe which will entail a complete rethink of gravity, space and time. What is extraordinary is that they are achieving these breakthro

'A superbly written, riveting book.' Martin ReesSearching for the fundamental laws of the universe, physicists have found themselves developing ambitious mathematical ideas.