{"product_id":"brief-answers-big-questions-4-books-collection-set-stephen-hawking-paperback","title":"Brief Answers, Big Questions 4 Books Collection Set by Stephen Hawking - Non Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWill Artificial Intelligence Outsmart Us?\u003cbr\u003eHow Did It All Begin?\u003cbr\u003eWill We Survive on Earth?\u003cbr\u003eWhat Is Inside a Black Hole?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: John Murray\u003cbr\u003eSeries: Brief Answers, Big Questions\u003cbr\u003eBook Count: 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis four-book paperback set gathers short, standalone essays drawn from Stephen Hawking's final work, each tackling one of humanity's biggest questions in plain, engaging language. From artificial intelligence to the origins of the universe, survival on Earth and the mystery of black holes, these compact volumes distil a lifetime of scientific insight into quick, rewarding reads. Perfect for commuters, students, and lifelong learners, the set offers an accessible entry point into cosmology, technology, and existential science without requiring any prior physics knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach title in this collection tackles a single profound question with clarity and wit. \u003cstrong\u003eWill Artificial Intelligence Outsmart Us?\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the promise and peril of super-intelligent machines, weighing the benefits of AI against the risks it poses to humanity's future. \u003cstrong\u003eHow Did It All Begin?\u003c\/strong\u003e takes readers back to the origins of the universe, examining the Big Bang and the age-old question of whether a creator was involved. \u003cstrong\u003eWill We Survive on Earth?\u003c\/strong\u003e confronts the environmental and existential threats facing our planet, asking whether space colonisation is a realistic option for humanity's long-term survival. \u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is Inside a Black Hole?\u003c\/strong\u003e ventures to the strangest frontiers of physics, unpacking time warps, event horizons, and the possibility of time travel. Together, these four essays distil the core themes of Hawking's celebrated final book into short, focused reads that can be enjoyed individually or as a complete set. Written in the accessible, conversational style that made Hawking a global bestseller, each book balances rigorous science with genuine warmth and humour, making complex ideas feel within reach for readers of all backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour standalone essays covering AI, cosmology, survival, and black holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by one of the most celebrated scientists in history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, focused format ideal for quick or on-the-go reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new paperback set, perfect for gifting to science enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessible language suitable for readers with no scientific background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thoughtful introduction to modern physics and technology debates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStephen Hawking was an English theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author who served as Director of Research at the Centre for Theoretical Cosmology at the University of Cambridge. Renowned worldwide for his groundbreaking work on black holes and the origins of the universe, he authored the bestselling \u003cem\u003eA Brief History of Time\u003c\/em\u003e and remained one of science's most trusted communicators until his death in 2018. His gift for making advanced concepts approachable continues to inspire readers of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompact, thought-provoking, and endlessly quotable, this set delivers big scientific ideas in bite-sized form — perfect for curious minds, gift-giving, or building a well-rounded science library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover images shown are for illustration; you will receive the UK paperback edition with the ISBN as listed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Stephen Hawking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43996345499885,"sku":"PLD15249","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/products\/brief-answers-big-questions-4-books-stephen-hawking-paperback-set.jpg?v=1784327861","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/brief-answers-big-questions-4-books-collection-set-stephen-hawking-paperback","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}