Ian Stewart

Ian Stewart is a professor emeritus of mathematics at the University of Warwick and one of the world's most accomplished and prolific popularisers of mathematics. He has written over a hundred books and has won numerous awards for science communication. Calculating the Cosmos explores how mathematics has revolutionised our understanding of the universe — from the orbits of planets and the structure of galaxies to the expansion of space itself. Stewart shows how mathematical ideas have driven every major breakthrough in astronomy and cosmology. The audiobook and book versions offer listeners and readers a masterful tour through mathematical cosmology. Stewart's work appeals to science enthusiasts, mathematics lovers, and anyone who wants to understand how the language of mathematics unlocks the secrets of the universe.