--- product_id: 160668125 title: "Brief Answers to the Big Questions: 'A beautiful little book by a brilliant mind' DAILY TELEGRAPH" price: "$21.07" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/160668125-brief-answers-to-the-big-questions-a-beautiful-little-book store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Explores universe’s biggest mysteries Paperback for on-the-go brilliance 272 pages of cosmic insight Brief Answers to the Big Questions: 'A beautiful little book by a brilliant mind' DAILY TELEGRAPH **Price:** $21.07 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌠 Unlock the universe’s secrets with Hawking’s final masterpiece! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Brief Answers to the Big Questions: 'A beautiful little book by a brilliant mind' DAILY TELEGRAPH - **How much does it cost?** $21.07 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/160668125-brief-answers-to-the-big-questions-a-beautiful-little-book) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Portable Genius:** Lightweight paperback format perfect for your daily commute or coffee break reflections. - • **Legacy of a Legend:** Final thoughts from Stephen Hawking, blending science, wit, and urgent global insights. - • **Timely & Thought-Provoking:** Addresses AI, climate change, space colonization, and humanity’s future with unmatched relevance. - • **Cosmic Clarity in 272 Pages:** Dive deep into the universe’s biggest questions without the jargon overload. - • **Join the Intellectual Elite:** Over 17,000 readers rate it 4.6 stars—don’t miss out on the conversation shaping tomorrow. ## Overview Stephen Hawking’s 'Brief Answers to the Big Questions' is a 272-page paperback that distills the late cosmologist’s final reflections on the universe’s most profound mysteries. Combining accessible science with sharp wit, this bestseller tackles topics from black holes to artificial intelligence, climate change, and humanity’s future. With over 17,000 glowing reviews and a 4.6-star rating, it’s a must-have for curious minds eager to join the global dialogue on science and survival. ## Description THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'A beautiful little book by a brilliant mind' DAILY TELEGRAPH 'Effortlessly instructive, absorbing, up to the minute and - where it matters - witty' GUARDIAN The world-famous cosmologist and #1 bestselling author of A Brief History of Time leaves us with his final thoughts on the universe's biggest questions in this brilliant posthumous work. Is there a God? How did it all begin? Can we predict the future? What is inside a black hole? Is there other intelligent life in the universe? Will artificial intelligence outsmart us? How do we shape the future? Will we survive on Earth? Should we colonise space? Is time travel possible? Throughout his extraordinary career, Stephen Hawking expanded our understanding of the universe and unravelled some of its greatest mysteries. But even as his theoretical work on black holes, imaginary time and multiple histories took his mind to the furthest reaches of space, Hawking always believed that science could also be used to fix the problems on our planet. And now, as we face potentially catastrophic changes here on Earth - from climate change to dwindling natural resources to the threat of artificial super-intelligence - Stephen Hawking turns his attention to the most urgent issues for humankind. Wide-ranging, intellectually stimulating, passionately argued, and infused with his characteristic humour, Brief Answers to the Big Questions, the final book from one of the greatest minds in history, is a personal view on the challenges we face as a human race, and where we, as a planet, are heading next. A percentage of all royalties will go to charity. Review: Quality introduction - HAWKING, Stephen, “Brief Answers to Big Questions, Publisher : John Murray, 2020, ISBN-10: 1473695996, 12.8 x 2 x 19.6 cm Hawking could always be relied upon to present interesting questions and answer them in (reasonably) accessible language for non-geniuses. For those interested in astrophysics, cosmology, space and black-holes, this will be an interesting introduction. I doubt it will help specialists but, for many, it will be the key to more complexities and an understanding of our world. Review: Inspiring and Thought-Provoking—Hawking at His Best - Brief Answers to the Big Questions is an inspiring and insightful book that showcases Stephen Hawking's brilliance and ability to make complex ideas accessible to everyone. Hawking tackles some of humanity’s biggest questions—ranging from the future of artificial intelligence to the existence of God—with clarity, wit, and a deep sense of curiosity. What makes this book so impactful is not just the depth of Hawking’s knowledge, but his unwavering optimism for the future. He challenges us to think about the universe in new ways, while always keeping a focus on the importance of human progress and collaboration. His views on science, technology, and society are still incredibly relevant today, and his words serve as a reminder of how much we can achieve if we keep pushing the boundaries of what we know. For anyone who is curious about the big questions in life or who found inspiration in Hawking’s work, this book is a must-read. It’s both a tribute to his legacy and a call to keep exploring the unknown. Hawking was a true inspiration, and this book reflects that beautifully. ## Features - Binding : Paperback - Pages : 272 - Publisher : John Murray Publishers Ltd ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 12,145 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 193 in Diaries (Stationery & Office Supplies) | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 17,357 Reviews | ## Images ![Brief Answers to the Big Questions: 'A beautiful little book by a brilliant mind' DAILY TELEGRAPH - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71++XzvBcbL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality introduction *by R***R on 19 June 2026* HAWKING, Stephen, “Brief Answers to Big Questions, Publisher : John Murray, 2020, ISBN-10: 1473695996, 12.8 x 2 x 19.6 cm Hawking could always be relied upon to present interesting questions and answer them in (reasonably) accessible language for non-geniuses. For those interested in astrophysics, cosmology, space and black-holes, this will be an interesting introduction. I doubt it will help specialists but, for many, it will be the key to more complexities and an understanding of our world. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Inspiring and Thought-Provoking—Hawking at His Best *by M***T on 3 September 2024* Brief Answers to the Big Questions is an inspiring and insightful book that showcases Stephen Hawking's brilliance and ability to make complex ideas accessible to everyone. Hawking tackles some of humanity’s biggest questions—ranging from the future of artificial intelligence to the existence of God—with clarity, wit, and a deep sense of curiosity. What makes this book so impactful is not just the depth of Hawking’s knowledge, but his unwavering optimism for the future. He challenges us to think about the universe in new ways, while always keeping a focus on the importance of human progress and collaboration. His views on science, technology, and society are still incredibly relevant today, and his words serve as a reminder of how much we can achieve if we keep pushing the boundaries of what we know. For anyone who is curious about the big questions in life or who found inspiration in Hawking’s work, this book is a must-read. It’s both a tribute to his legacy and a call to keep exploring the unknown. Hawking was a true inspiration, and this book reflects that beautifully. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fascinating musings by an amazing mind, simply expressed. *by J***N on 18 May 2023* Fascinating musings by an amazing mind, expressed in language that any literate person can understand. Some reviewers appear to have found the lack of academic rigour disappointing, or even irritating – for them, the American Physical Society has assembled a collection of fifty-five papers by Stephen Hawking. Access is not free - great scholarship rarely is - but a single paper can be purchased and downloaded for $35. Even if a paper proves incomprehensible, it should, at the very least, provide insight into the complexity of thought, supposition and argument involved. For the rest of us - enjoy the booklet. Pre-digested it may be, but the content does provide interesting food for thought and conversation. ## Frequently Bought Together - Brief Answers to the Big Questions: 'A beautiful little book by a brilliant mind' DAILY TELEGRAPH - The Theory of Everything: The Origin and Fate of the Universe - A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking (1989-03-01) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/160668125-brief-answers-to-the-big-questions-a-beautiful-little-book](https://www.desertcart.us/products/160668125-brief-answers-to-the-big-questions-a-beautiful-little-book) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-11*