The Starry Messenger

Author : Neil deGrasse Tyson
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2022-09-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781250861498

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Starry Messenger by Neil deGrasse Tyson Pdf

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Bringing his cosmic perspective to civilization on Earth, Neil deGrasse Tyson shines new light on the crucial fault lines of our time—war, politics, religion, truth, beauty, gender, and race—in a way that stimulates a deeper sense of unity for us all. In a time when our political and cultural views feel more polarized than ever, Tyson provides a much-needed antidote to so much of what divides us, while making a passionate case for the twin chariots of enlightenment—a cosmic perspective and the rationality of science. After thinking deeply about how science sees the world and about Earth as a planet, the human brain has the capacity to reset and recalibrates life’s priorities, shaping the actions we might take in response. No outlook on culture, society, or civilization remains untouched. With crystalline prose, Starry Messenger walks us through the scientific palette that sees and paints the world differently. From insights on resolving global conflict to reminders of how precious it is to be alive, Tyson reveals, with warmth and eloquence, an array of brilliant and beautiful truths that apply to us all, informed and enlightened by knowledge of our place in the universe.

Author : Peter Sís
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Astronomers
ISBN : 0329040820

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Starry Messenger by Peter Sís Pdf

Describes the life and work of the courageous man who changed the way people saw the galaxy, by offering objective evidence that the earth was not the fixed center of the universe.

Author : Galileo Galilei,John W. Hessler,Daniel De Simone,Owen Gingerich,Peter K. Machamer,David Marshall Miller,Paul Needham,Eileen Adair Reeves
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1610
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 1929154496

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The Starry Messenger, Venice 1610 by Galileo Galilei,John W. Hessler,Daniel De Simone,Owen Gingerich,Peter K. Machamer,David Marshall Miller,Paul Needham,Eileen Adair Reeves Pdf

A facsimile of a copy of Galileo's Sidereus nuncius in the Library of Congress, Rare Book and Special Collections.

Author : KENNETH. LONERGAN
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2019-05-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1848428766

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The Starry Messenger by KENNETH. LONERGAN Pdf

Mark Williams is tired of his marriage and tired of his job teaching astronomy at the Hayden Planetarium in New York City. Angela Vasquez is a young single mother training to be a nurse. Norman Ketterly is fighting for his life in a cancer ward. Their intertwining stories unspool under a canopy of stars too vast to imagine and too beautiful to comprehend, especially when the travails of life on Earth threaten to blot it out. Kenneth Lonergan's play The Starry Messenger is a bittersweet exploration of love, hope and the mysteries of the cosmos. It premiered in New York in 2009, and received its UK premiere at Wyndham's Theatre, London, in May 2019, featuring Matthew Broderick and Elizabeth McGovern.

Author : Galileo
Publisher : Anchor
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1957-04-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780385092395

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Discoveries and Opinions of Galileo by Galileo Pdf

Directing his polemics against the pedantry of his time, Galileo, as his own popularizer, addressed his writings to contemporary laymen. His support of Copernican cosmology, against the Church's strong opposition, his development of a telescope, and his unorthodox opinions as a philosopher of science were the central concerns of his career and the subjects of four of his most important writings. Drake's introductory essay place them in their biographical and historical context.

Author : Bonnie Christensen
Publisher : Knopf Books for Young Readers
Page : 41 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2012-06-12
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780307974402

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I, Galileo by Bonnie Christensen Pdf

Acclaimed author-illustrator Bonnie Christensen adopts the voice of Galileo and lets him tell his own tale in this outstanding picture book biography. The first person narration gives this book a friendly, personal feel that makes Galileo's remarkable achievements and ideas completely accessible to young readers. And Christensen's artwork glows with the light of the stars he studied. Galileo's contributions were so numerous—the telescope! the microscope!—and his ideas so world-changing—the sun-centric solar system!—that Albert Einstein called him "the father of modern science." But in his own time he was branded a heretic and imprisoned in his home. He was a man who insisted on his right to pursue the truth, no matter what the cost—making his life as interesting and instructive as his ideas.

Author : Galileo Galilei
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1880
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : OXFORD:590400241

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The Sidereal Messenger of Galileo Galilei by Galileo Galilei Pdf

Author : Neil deGrasse Tyson,Jeffrey Simons,Charles Liu
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2019-02-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781426220500

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StarTalk by Neil deGrasse Tyson,Jeffrey Simons,Charles Liu Pdf

This illustrated companion to the popular podcast and National Geographic Channel show is an eye-opening journey for anyone curious about our universe, space, astronomy and the complexities of the cosmos. For decades, beloved astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson has interpreted science with a combination of brainpower and charm that resonates with fans everywhere. This pioneering, provocative book brings together the best of StarTalk, his beloved podcast and television show devoted to solving the most confounding mysteries of Earth, space, and what it means to be human. Filled with brilliant sidebars, vivid photography, and unforgettable quotes from Tyson and his brilliant cohort of science and entertainment luminaries, StarTalk will help answer all of your most pressing questions about our world—from how the brain works to the physics of comic book superheroes. Fun, smart, and laugh-out-loud funny, this book is the perfect guide to everything you ever wanted to know about the universe—and beyond.

Author : Neil deGrasse Tyson
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2007-11-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780393113785

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Death by Black Hole: And Other Cosmic Quandaries by Neil deGrasse Tyson Pdf

"[Tyson] tackles a great range of subjects…with great humor, humility, and—most important—humanity." —Entertainment Weekly Loyal readers of the monthly "Universe" essays in Natural History magazine have long recognized Neil deGrasse Tyson's talent for guiding them through the mysteries of the cosmos with clarity and enthusiasm. Bringing together more than forty of Tyson's favorite essays, Death by Black Hole explores a myriad of cosmic topics, from what it would be like to be inside a black hole to the movie industry's feeble efforts to get its night skies right. One of America's best-known astrophysicists, Tyson is a natural teacher who simplifies the complexities of astrophysics while sharing his infectious fascination for our universe.

Author : Neil deGrasse Tyson,Michael A. Strauss,J. Richard Gott
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2021-09-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780691223612

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A Brief Welcome to the Universe by Neil deGrasse Tyson,Michael A. Strauss,J. Richard Gott Pdf

A pocket-style edition based on the New York Times bestseller A Brief Welcome to the Universe offers a breathtaking tour of the cosmos, from planets, stars, and galaxies to black holes and time loops. Bestselling authors and acclaimed astrophysicists Neil deGrasse Tyson, Michael A. Strauss, and J. Richard Gott take readers on an unforgettable journey of exploration to reveal how our universe actually works. Propelling you from our home solar system to the outermost frontiers of space, this book builds your cosmic insight and perspective through a marvelously entertaining narrative. How do stars live and die? What are the prospects of intelligent life elsewhere in the universe? How did the universe begin? Why is it expanding and accelerating? Is our universe alone or part of an infinite multiverse? Exploring these and many other questions, this pocket-friendly book is your passport into the wonders of our evolving cosmos.

Author : Neil deGrasse Tyson
Publisher : Disney Electronic Content
Page : 329 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2021-03-02
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781426221781

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Cosmic Queries by Neil deGrasse Tyson Pdf

In this thought-provoking follow-up to his acclaimed StarTalk book, uber astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson tackles the world's most important philosophical questions about the universe with wit, wisdom, and cutting-edge science. For science geeks, space and physics nerds, and all who want to understand their place in the universe, this enlightening new book from Neil deGrasse Tyson offers a unique take on the mysteries and curiosities of the cosmos, building on rich material from his beloved StarTalk podcast. In these illuminating pages, illustrated with dazzling photos and revealing graphics, Tyson and co-author James Trefil, a renowned physicist and science popularizer, take on the big questions that humanity has been posing for millennia--How did life begin? What is our place in the universe? Are we alone?--and provide answers based on the most current data, observations, and theories. Populated with paradigm-shifting discoveries that help explain the building blocks of astrophysics, this relatable and entertaining book will engage and inspire readers of all ages, bring sophisticated concepts within reach, and offer a window into the complexities of the cosmos. or all who loved National Geographic's StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson, Cosmos: Possible Worlds, and Space Atlas, this new book will take them on more journeys into the wonders of the universe and beyond.

Author : Neil deGrasse Tyson
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 199 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2019-10-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781324003328

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Letters from an Astrophysicist by Neil deGrasse Tyson Pdf

New York Times Bestseller A luminous companion to the phenomenal bestseller Astrophysics for People in a Hurry. Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson has attracted one of the world’s largest online followings with his fascinating, widely accessible insights into science and our universe. Now, Tyson invites us to go behind the scenes of his public fame by revealing his correspondence with people across the globe who have sought him out in search of answers. In this hand-picked collection of 101 letters, Tyson draws upon cosmic perspectives to address a vast array of questions about science, faith, philosophy, life, and of course, Pluto. His succinct, opinionated, passionate, and often funny responses reflect his popularity and standing as a leading educator. Tyson’s 2017 bestseller Astrophysics for People in a Hurry offered more than one million readers an insightful and accessible understanding of the universe. Tyson’s most candid and heartfelt writing yet, Letters from an Astrophysicist introduces us to a newly personal dimension of Tyson’s quest to explore our place in the cosmos.

Author : Library of Congress. Geography and Map Division
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Electronic
ISBN : MINN:31951000950339H

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The Geography and Map Division by Library of Congress. Geography and Map Division Pdf

Author : Edward 1906- Rosen
Publisher : Hassell Street Press
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2021-09-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1013981650

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The Naming of the Telescope; by Edward 1906- Rosen Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : David Wootton
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 500 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2010-10-26
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780300170061

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Galileo by David Wootton Pdf

“Demonstrates an awesome command of the vast Galileo literature . . . [Wootton] excels in boldly speculating about Galileo’s motives” (The New York Times Book Review). Tackling Galileo as astronomer, engineer, and author, David Wootton places him at the center of Renaissance culture. He traces Galileo through his early rebellious years; the beginnings of his scientific career constructing a “new physics”; his move to Florence seeking money, status, and greater freedom to attack intellectual orthodoxies; his trial for heresy and narrow escape from torture; and his house arrest and physical (though not intellectual) decline. Wootton also reveals much that is new—from Galileo’s premature Copernicanism to a previously unrecognized illegitimate daughter—and, controversially, rejects the long-established belief that Galileo was a good Catholic. Absolutely central to Galileo’s significance—and to science more broadly—is the telescope, the potential of which Galileo was the first to grasp. Wootton makes clear that it totally revolutionized and galvanized scientific endeavor to discover new and previously unimagined facts. Drawing extensively on Galileo’s voluminous letters, many of which were self-censored and sly, this is an original, arresting, and highly readable biography of a difficult, remarkable Renaissance genius. Selected as a Choice Outstanding Academic Title in the Astronautics and Astronomy Category “Fascinating reading . . . With this highly adventurous portrayal of Galileo’s inner world, Wootton assures himself a high rank among the most radical recent Galileo interpreters . . . Undoubtedly Wootton makes an important contribution to Galileo scholarship.” —America magazine “Wootton’s biography . . . is engagingly written and offers fresh insights into Galileo’s intellectual development.” —Standpoint magazine