Sarah Alam Malik – A Brief History of the Universe (and our place in it) 

A Brief History of the Universe (and our place in it) is a fascinating story of discovery and a beautiful celebration of our endless curiosity. 

Particle physicist and internationally renowned expert on dark matter Dr Sarah Alam Malik takes us on a journey through the discoveries that have propelled and continually overturned our perception of the cosmos. Whilst delving into ancient theories as well as modern science, Sarah will feed our innately human desire to understand what is out there, and where we fit in among it all. 

Chaired by Martin Farr

“A bold and fast-paced history of the cosmos from Babylon to life beyond Earth. Sarah Alam Malik captures the wonder and mystery of life in the Universe in a style reminiscent of Carl Sagan.” –  Dr. Jeffrey Forshaw, professor and author

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Booking Information

• Priority Booking for Festival Friends opens at 08.00 on Friday 27th of February. Tickets go on general sale from Monday 2nd March.
• Our concession tickets are available to Friends of the Festival, those on benefits and students.
• Hearing loops are available for Theatre and Library events. Carers qualify for free ‘essential companion’ tickets. Wheelchair spaces are limited. In all cases, please call the Box Office on 01434 652477 to book or email: boxoffice@queenshall.co.uk.
• Tickets cannot be refunded but can be exchanged for other Book Festival events.
• All bookings are subject to a booking fee of £1.50 per transaction.

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