Portland Public Library

Travelling to infinity, my life with Stephen, Jane Hawking

Label
Travelling to infinity, my life with Stephen, Jane Hawking
Language
eng
resource.biographical
autobiography
Illustrations
illustrationsplates
Index
no index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
Travelling to infinity
Oclc number
883650122
Responsibility statement
Jane Hawking
Sub title
my life with Stephen
Summary
The wife of the reknowned British physicist describes their courtship and marriage, her years caring for his physical needs, his rise to prominence as a scientist and world celebrity, their bitter divorce, and later reconciliationStephen Hawking's first wife, Jane, relates the inside story of their marriage. As Stephen's academic renown soared, his body was collapsing under the assaults of a motor neuron disease. Jane's candid account of trying to balance his 24-hour care with the needs of their growing family reveals her inner strength, while the self-evident character and achievements of her husband make for an incredible tale presented with unflinching honesty
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