{"product_id":"the-grand-design-1","title":"The Grand Design by Leonard Mlodinow |Stephen Hawking","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"962\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"17\"\u003eBook Summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"20\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"38\"\u003eThe Grand Design\u003c\/em\u003e by Stephen Hawking and Leonard Mlodinow is a thought-provoking exploration of the origins and workings of the universe. The book tackles profound questions such as “Why is there something rather than nothing?” and “Do we need a creator to explain existence?” Drawing on modern physics, including \u003cstrong data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"356\"\u003equantum mechanics\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"375\"\u003estring theory\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"393\"\u003eM-theory\u003c\/strong\u003e, the authors propose that the universe can create itself spontaneously from the laws of nature — without the need for divine intervention. They explain how multiple universes (the multiverse) could exist, each governed by different physical laws. Written in clear and engaging language, \u003cem data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eThe Grand Design\u003c\/em\u003e makes complex scientific ideas accessible to general readers while challenging traditional notions of creation, free will, and human significance. It is both a scientific and philosophical journey into understanding how the universe—and life itself—came to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"986\"\u003eAbout the Authors:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"989\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eStephen Hawking (1942–2018)\u003c\/strong\u003e was a British theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author, widely regarded as one of the most brilliant scientific minds of the modern era. He made groundbreaking contributions to black hole physics, cosmology, and quantum gravity, particularly through his discovery of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eHawking radiation\u003c\/strong\u003e. Despite being diagnosed with ALS (a motor neuron disease) at a young age, he continued to work and inspire millions worldwide through his books, including \u003cem data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eA Brief History of Time\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eThe Universe in a Nutshell\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"2054\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eLeonard Mlodinow\u003c\/strong\u003e is an American physicist, author, and screenwriter who has worked at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). He has written several acclaimed books on science and mathematics, including \u003cem data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eThe Drunkard’s Walk\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1790\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSubliminal\u003c\/em\u003e. Mlodinow is known for his ability to blend rigorous science with engaging storytelling. Together, Hawking and Mlodinow combined their expertise to make cutting-edge cosmological theories understandable and intellectually stimulating for readers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":46818359542017,"sku":"2OHADB1FL-Refurbished","price":250.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/TheGrandDesign.jpg?v=1643356133","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/the-grand-design-1","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}