Publisher's Synopsis
In this compelling memoir from Stephen Hawking's first wife, Jane Hawking, relates the inside story of their extraordinary marriage. As Stephen's academic renown soared, his body was collapsing under the assaults of motor neurone disease, and Jane's candid account of trying to balance his 24-hour care with the needs of their growing family will be inspirational to anyone dealing with family illness. The inner-strength of the author, and the self-evident character and achievements of her husband, make for an incredible tale that is always presented with unflinching honesty? In this exceptionally open, moving and often funny memoir, Jane Hawking confronts the acutely complicated and painful dilemmas of her first marriage.
