Stephen Hawking, the most famous scientist of the modern age and the face of physics for half a century, is remarkable not only for his groundbreaking work but for his extraordinary determination in the face of debilitating illness. From revolutionizing our understanding of black holes to achieving global fame with A Brief History of Time—written after he had lost the ability to speak—Hawking proved that the power of the mind can overcome immense physical limitations. Exploring how he confronted adversity, challenged critics, and contemplated the origins of the universe, How to Think Like Stephen Hawking combines insights, quotes and reflections to reveal how to approach problems, creativity and life with the mindset of a man who claimed he could think in eleven dimensions.