Steven Weinberg, a prominent figure in theoretical physics, is remembered through his memoir published posthumously by Cambridge University Press. Despite challenges growing up in the Bronx during the Great Depression, his supportive parents nurtured his intellectual curiosity. The memoir chronicles his life and insights into fundamental physics, reflecting on his experiences up to the 1990s. Notably, it is accessible to a broad audience, devoid of jargon or equations, making his life story and scientific contributions relatable and engaging for readers.
Weinberg dedicated his life to the 'grand enterprise' of seeking the bedrock laws of nature that underpin the workings of the Universe.
He writes: "Whatever native intelligence and intellectual curiosity I may have, I owe to my parents, in particular, my father."
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