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Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
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Studies the whole of history, from the Big Bang to the present and into the future, to explore the place of human beings in the universe, discussing defining events, major trends, and human origins to reveal the hidden threads that tie everything together.
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English
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"This enlightening illustrated narrative by the world’s most celebrated astrophysicist explains the universe from the solar system to the farthest reaches of space with authority and humor. No one can make the mysteries of the universe more comprehensible and fun than Neil deGrasse Tyson. Drawing on mythology, history, and literature—alongside his trademark wit and charm—Tyson and StarTalk senior producer Lindsey Nyx Walker bring planetary...
Author
Publisher
Dutton
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"An historically unprecedented disconnect between humanity and the heavens has opened. Jo Marchant's book can begin to heal it. For at least 20,000 years, we have led not just an earthly existence but a cosmic one. Celestial cycles drove every aspect of our daily lives. Our innate relationship with the stars shaped who we are--our art, religious beliefs, social status, scientific advances, and even our biology. But over the last few centuries we have...
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Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"From the world-renowned physicist, co-founder of the World Science Festival, and best-selling author of The Elegant Universe comes this utterly captivating exploration of deep time and humanity's search for purpose. Brian Greene takes readers on a breathtaking journey from the big bang to the end of time and invites us to ponder meaning in the face of this unimaginable expanse. He shows us how, from its original orderly state the universe has been...
6) Cosmos
Publisher
Cosmos Studios
Pub. Date
[2000]
Language
English
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A complete guide for the layman to modern thinking in all areas of astronomy and cosmology.
Author
Publisher
Plume
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"Unlock the key to a universal life-force in this astonishing book from the New York Times bestselling author of The Source Field Investigations and Awakening in the Dream. The Source Field Investigations was a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestseller that uncovered hidden science and lost prophecies to illuminate an entirely new understanding of our world today. Now, in The Synchronicity Key, David Wilcock embarks on an astonishing...
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Publisher
Icon
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Astrophysicist Jillian Scudder knows more than most of us what a surreal place the Universe can be. In this light-hearted book she delves into some of the more arcane facts that her work has revealed, and tells us how we have actually managed to discoverthese amazing truths. Did you know: the galaxy is flatter than a sheet of paper; supermassive black holes can sing a super-low B flat; it rains iron on a brown dwarf, and diamonds on Neptune; you...
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Library of Ever volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
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"With her parents off traveling the globe, Lenora is bored, bored, bored-- until she discovers a secret doorway into the ultimate library. Maze-like and reality-bending, the library contains all the universe's wisdom. Every book ever written, and every fact ever known, can be found within its walls. And Lenora becomes its newly appointed Fourth Assistant Apprentice Librarian. She rockets to the stars, travels to a future filled with robots, and faces...
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Publisher
Ediciones Paidós
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
Español
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Hoy en día son pocos los que cuentan con el tiempo necesario para detenerse y contemplar el cosmos. Afortunadamente Neil deGrasse Tyson ha logrado bajar el universo a la Tierra con claridad y concisión, con un genio brillante, en forma de deliciosos capítulos para saborear en cualquier momento y lugar entre nuestras ocupaciones diarias. Mientras tomamos el café matutino o esperamos el autobús, el tren o la llegada de un avión, Astrofísica para...
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[Publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Continues to gather the greatest scientific minds in an attempt to answer some of the most fascinating questions of our existence. With over seven hours of mind-bending information, these ten episodes take a huge scientific step toward replacing philosophical theories with cold, hard facts and real-life applications.
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