Scan barcode
bibliocamera's review against another edition
5.0
I enjoyed this book just as much as her book “Black Hole”!
edlib's review against another edition
5.0
I enjoyed this book just as much as her book “Black Hole”!
ramsfan1963's review against another edition
challenging
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
4.0
If you have an interest in cosmology, astronomy or physics, this is a good primer to discuss to make up of our universe. It's not too science heavy, and all the theories of things like quantum gravity or quantum mechanics is explained in a easy to understand manner.
errogal's review against another edition
4.0
A charming collection of essays on the mysteries of the universe.
lauren_endnotes's review against another edition
4.0
"It's time for earthlings to acknowledge our minor-league status and collectively grasp the magnificent vastness that engulfs us all. While a widespread recognition of Earth's humble station is unlikely to end conflict here, fully comprehending our infinitesimal place in the universe might be a modest step toward diminishing our hubris."
.
Oh, I agree with you, Marcia. I like to be reminded of the vastness so that all the trivial sillness is put into perspective!
And this book definitely helps with that!
Science writer and professor at MIT, Bartusiak writes 32 compact and informative essays on astrophysics, scientific history, and space technology. She features many prominent names - the Nobel prize winners, etc - but also the people who never won awards, and may not have received recognition for their outstanding research and contributions in their own lifetimes.
A fascinating science book, made even more accessible with the essay format.
.
Oh, I agree with you, Marcia. I like to be reminded of the vastness so that all the trivial sillness is put into perspective!
And this book definitely helps with that!
Science writer and professor at MIT, Bartusiak writes 32 compact and informative essays on astrophysics, scientific history, and space technology. She features many prominent names - the Nobel prize winners, etc - but also the people who never won awards, and may not have received recognition for their outstanding research and contributions in their own lifetimes.
A fascinating science book, made even more accessible with the essay format.
More...