In Big Bang: The Story of the Universe, astronomers Heather Couper and Nigel Henbest take readers on a sweeping journey from the birth of the cosmos to its possible ends. Beginning with the Big Bang itself, they explain how matter, energy, and the fundamental forces emerged, shaping galaxies, stars, and planets.
The book blends scientific explanation with vivid storytelling, covering milestones such as the formation of the Milky Way, the life cycles of stars, black holes, and the emergence of life on Earth. Couper and Henbest also explore cutting-edge cosmological theories, including inflation, dark matter, and the ultimate fate of the universe.
Illustrated with photographs, diagrams, and artistic renderings, the volume makes complex astrophysics accessible to general readers while retaining scientific rigor.