Tyson compiles his favorite essays, which were first published in a monthly column in "Natural History." One of the worlds best-known astrophysicists, he is at his best here, as a natural teacher who simplifies the complexities of science while sharing his infectious excitement for our universe.
Read More
Tyson compiles his favorite essays, which were first published in a monthly column in "Natural History." One of the worlds best-known astrophysicists, he is at his best here, as a natural teacher who simplifies the complexities of science while sharing his infectious excitement for our universe.
Read Less
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 384 p. May show signs of wear, highlighting, writing, and previous use. This item may be a former library book with typical markings. No guarantee on products that contain supplements Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. Twenty-five year bookseller with shipments to over fifty million happy customers.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing and/or highlighting. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes).
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Neil DeGrasse Tyson is capable of making you laugh out loud whilst explaining the universe's great splendours and mechanics!
In the likeness of Carl Sagan(with more jabs and nudges of humour interlaced), Dr. Tyson provides insight into opening one's mind into a scientist! Relating physical phenomena to that of our ordinary experience , you too can ponder on what the astrophysicist ponders without complex mathematics or hyper-syllable words that confuse the casual reader.
I appreciated this book as a student of physics and astronomy because he puts us (humans) in our place, makes us seem petty and funny little creatures that inhabit a mote of dust within a (literally) unfathomably vast universe .
I personally recommend his 'On Being' series of essays, because they beg the questions that make many pause and think, "Oh, I never thought of that..." and give proper explanations, making you feel all that much wiser!
This book is a compilation of his wildly popular essays, written with an intended order, although they can be read at random with just as much satisfaction.
This book can be read twice consecutively and still be enjoyed. Highly recommend for any that look to the stars and feel struck by the feeling of wonder.
Brilliant!
5/5 Stars and I have recommended to friends...and they loved it!
