The best new popular science books of September 2026
Dive into new titles from major names including Carlo Rovelli, Maggie Aderin, Xand van Tulleken and Jim Al-Khalili, as well as a new biography of Stephen Hawking
This September, 2026 has brought a variety of popular science books to the forefront. Among these, a biography of renowned physicist Stephen Hawking is making waves. Written by Graham Farmelo, the biography delves into Hawking's life and his groundbreaking contributions to theoretical physics. Despite the physical challenges he faced throughout his life, Hawking managed to contribute immensely to our understanding of the universe and black holes.
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