2026 Reading Challenge
A Briefer History of Time

Questions About A Briefer History of Time

by Stephen W. Hawking

Reader Q&A

To ask other readers questions about A Briefer History of Time, please sign up.

Answered Questions (2)

Should i read this before A Brief History of Time?
Igor Chertkov This particular book is an updated and slightly simplified version of the earlier editions. You don't have to read both.…moreThis particular book is an updated and slightly simplified version of the earlier editions. You don't have to read both.(less)
flag
Would this book still make sense if I read this one and not A Brief History of Time?
Steven Absolutely, this book condenses and in many ways simplifies A Brief History of time so that it is readable for a larger audience.
flag

Unanswered Questions

About Goodreads Q&A

Ask and answer questions about books!

You can pose questions to the Goodreads community with Reader Q&A, or ask your favorite author a question with Ask the Author.

See Featured Authors Answering Questions

Learn more