Who is Stephen Hawking? Discover his captivating story in this biography.

In summary, Stephen Hawking was a world-renowned theoretical physicist and cosmologist, best known for his work on black holes and the origins of the universe. He was born on January 8, 1942, in Oxford, England. His most famous work is "A Brief History of Time", which explains complex scientific concepts in an understandable way. Despite being diagnosed with a rare form of motor neuron disease at a young age, Hawking persevered and continued to make significant contributions to the field of theoretical physics. His legacy includes his groundbreaking research, his ability to make science accessible to the public, and his resilience in the face of physical challenges.
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I read an biography about him. It was a rather short read being 90 pages. He struck me as just an average person no different from a forum user here.
 
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