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The purpose of "A Student's Guide to Stephen Hawking's "A Brief History of Time" is to provide a simplified and more accessible explanation of the complex concepts discussed in Hawking's book. It is meant to help students and readers better understand the ideas and theories presented in "A Brief History of Time".
The target audience for this guide is primarily students and readers who are interested in learning about the concepts discussed in "A Brief History of Time" but may find the original book too difficult to understand. It is also useful for anyone looking for a more concise and simplified explanation of Hawking's theories.
This guide is different from "A Brief History of Time" in that it breaks down complex concepts and theories into simpler and more understandable explanations. It also includes illustrations and examples to help readers grasp the concepts more easily. Additionally, it is written in a more conversational and approachable tone compared to the original book.
While it is not necessary to read "A Brief History of Time" before reading this guide, it may be helpful to have some background knowledge on the subject. This guide can serve as a supplement or companion to the original book, but it can also be read on its own for a basic understanding of the concepts discussed in "A Brief History of Time".
Yes, "A Student's Guide to Stephen Hawking's "A Brief History of Time" is authorized by Stephen Hawking himself. The author, Eric Schulman, worked closely with Hawking to ensure the accuracy and clarity of the explanations in this guide. Hawking also wrote the foreword for the book, expressing his support for this simplified version of his work.