PENROSE, ROGER, born 1931
Roger Penrose
English mathematical physicist, recreational mathematician and philosopher.
- Books
- 7
- Editions tracked
- 7
- First editions
- 7
- Nationality
- United Kingdom
For collectors
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Reading guide
Roger Penrose books in order
In publication order
In order
First editions, year by year
- 1944What Is Life?Cambridge University Press
- 1989The Emperor's New MindOxford University Press
- 1994Shadows of the MindOxford University Press
- 1996The Nature of Space and TimePrinceton University Press
- 1997The Large, the Small and the Human MindCambridge University Press
- 2004The Road to RealityJonathan Cape
- 2010Cycles of TimeKnopf
Books and editions
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- 1st Jonathan Cape2004 Other Not yet valued Log in to want this
- 1st Knopf2010 Other Not yet valued Log in to want this
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read Roger Penrose's books in?
In publication order they begin with What Is Life? (1944), then The Emperor's New Mind (1989) and Shadows of the Mind (1994). Books in a series are listed in series order on this page.
What was Roger Penrose's first book?
The earliest book we list is What Is Life?, first published in 1944.
When was Roger Penrose born?
Roger Penrose was born in 1931.
How many Roger Penrose books does MyVolumes track?
We track 7 books by Roger Penrose across 7 editions, 7 of them first editions.
How do I know if my Roger Penrose book is a first edition?
Open the book's page here and compare the publisher, place, date and the issue points we list for the first printing with your copy's title page and copyright page.