Who Was Stephen Hawking?

Who Was Stephen Hawking?

BIOGRAPHY & SCIENCE • PENGUIN "WHO WAS...?" SERIES

Part of the New York Times bestselling Who Was...? series, Who Was Stephen Hawking? introduces young readers to one of the most brilliant theoretical physicists, professors, and authors of the modern era.

Born exactly three hundred years after the death of Galileo, Stephen Hawking seemed destined for the stars. Diagnosed with a debilitating neurological disease at just 21 years old, he refused to let his illness define his life or limit his curiosity. Using his iconic wheelchair and computerized voice system, Hawking revolutionized our understanding of the cosmos with his groundbreaking work on black holes and his global bestseller, A Brief History of Time. He remained an active researcher until his passing in 2018, leaving behind a legacy as a man with a great mind and an even greater spirit.

"Stephen Hawking is an example of a person who had a great mind, but an even greater spirit."

Core Biographical & Scientific Highlights:

• Cosmic Curiosity: Explores Hawking's lifelong quest to answer life's biggest question: "Where did the universe come from?"

• Overcoming Adversity: Details his courageous battle with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) and how he adapted to continue his research and teaching.

• Scientific Legacy: Highlights his revolutionary theories on black holes and his gift for making complex physics accessible to the general public through books like A Brief History of Time.

Key Book Features at a Glance:

Perfect For:

• Young Scientists & Readers (Ages 8–12): Children fascinated by space, physics, and real-life STEM role models.

• Classroom & Library Collections: An essential addition to biographical and science-themed reading lists.

• Fans of the Who Was Series: Readers expanding their collection of inspirational life stories.