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Condition: Good: A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including ... Good: A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. No missing pages. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab

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ISBN: 9780394502946

Publication Year: 1980

Format: Hardcover

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Book Title: Cosmos : International Affairs in the Modern Age

Author: Carl Sagan

Publisher: Random House Publishing Group

Genre: Non-Classifiable, Political Science

Topic: International Relations / General

Item Weight: 47.7 Oz

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This visually stunning book with over 250 full-color illustrations, many of them never before published, is based on Carl Sagan's thirteen-part television series. Told with Sagan's remarkable ability to make scientific ideas both comprehensible and exciting,Cosmosis about science in its broadest human context, how science and civilization grew up together. The book also explores spacecraft missions of discovery of the nearby planets, the research in the Library of ancient Alexandria, the human brain, Egyptian hieroglyphics, the origin of life, the death of the Sun, the evolution of galaxies and the origins of matter, suns and worlds. Sagan retraces the fifteen billion years of cos-mic evolution that have transformed matter into life and consciousness, enabling the Cosmos to wonder about itself. He considers the latest findings on life elsewhere and how we might communicate with the beings of other worlds. Cosmosis the story of our long journey of discovery and the forces and individuals who helped to shape modern science, including Democritus, Hypatia, Kepler, Newton, Huy-gens, Champollion, Lowell and Humason. Sagan looks at our planet from an extra-terrestrial vantage point and sees a blue jewel-like world, inhabited by a lifeform that is just beginning to discover its own unity and to ven-ture into the vast ocean of space.

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by pmb510
Jul 31, 2019Top favourable review
A must read if you're Into Astronomy
Owned this book years ago. Wished I had kept it, so I bought another one.
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by 1BvrCTeUQpe@Deleted
Jun 15, 2006
One of the very best books of its kind!
One of Carl Sagan's most recognized works, "Cosmos" is a treasure-trove of scientific education for both adults and children. It is a fast, easy read filled not just with miscellaneous scientific notes of interest, but with a contagious enthusiasm and wonder that keeps the reader turning the page. The book is arguably one of the finest primers on astronomy and general scientific discovery you can buy. It is a short, interesting read that covers such diverse topics as the evolution of science and scientific discovery, our solar system, our galaxy and the universe, the complex wonders of the human body, and the scientists and cultures of the distant past and their role in shaping today's understanding of science and mathematics. Carl Sagan has a genuine and sincere love of science that ... One of Carl Sagan's most recognized works, "Cosmos" is a treasure-trove of scientific education for both adults and children. It is a fast, easy read filled not just with miscellaneous scientific notes of interest, but with a contagious enthusiasm and wonder that keeps the reader turning the page. The book is arguably one of the finest primers on astronomy and general scientific discovery you can buy. It is a short, interesting read that covers such diverse topics as the evolution of science and scientific discovery, our solar system, our galaxy and the universe, the complex wonders of the human body, and the scientists and cultures of the distant past and their role in shaping today's understanding of science and mathematics. Carl Sagan has a genuine and sincere love of science that shines through in his writing. His charming wit and use of the written word entertain even as they educate. "Cosmos" will open your mind to the grandeur of not only our universe, but our planet and even our own bodies as well. The book brings to light numerous facts and figures that will startle and amaze. Most intriguing are the historical aspects of scientific discovery...how Eratosthenes discovered that the earth was round, but the people of Christopher Columbus's time - 1700 years later - still believed the world was flat! How the Dark Ages affected scientific discovery and advancement. How religious persecution affected scientists down through the ages. How the loss of the Library of Alexandria has rippled through the ages, and many, MANY other interesting historical mentions tracing the history of modern science, culture, and philosophy. Also included are two appendices, an extensive list of sources for further reading, and a comprehensive index. If you read the book, also check out the equally enjoyable DVD’s of the popular Cosmos television series. Carl Sagan is the Bob Ross of science…you and your family will certainly garner many hours of educational entertainment from that extensive and highly-recommended series. And if you like this book, Carl Sagan has an extensive list of other fine titles which you will surely want to check out.
by NTCwajz2SXm@Deleted
Feb 02, 2010
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I titled this review 'insomnia' since I don't sleep well and I read when I can't sleep. Astronomy seems like apt reading for the wee hours of the morn. This is an interesting book . It has great pictures. It is difficult reading however. One can't help but wonder if Sagan couldn't have made the material a little more accessible. Though I wouldn't really have him dumb it down. I would think it would be a good book for a young person who has a lot of interest in astronomy.I titled this review 'insomnia' since I don't sleep well and I read when I can't sleep. Astronomy seems like apt reading for the wee hours of the morn. This is an interesting book . It has great pictures. It is difficult reading however. One can't help but wonder if Sagan couldn't have made the material a little more accessible. Though I wouldn't really have him dumb it down. I would think it would be a good book for a young person who has a lot of interest in astronomy.
by jpgrme
Apr 01, 2020
Very informative reading
Was lucky enough to meet and shake hands with Dr. Sagan at JPL in 1981. One of the highlights in my life. His book just extends that moment in time for me.
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by mgrca
Jun 06, 2007
Great addition to my Personal Library
Nobody can explain the most fascinating scientific phenomenon better than CARL SAGAN. This book is a fine compliment to the 13 part serial "COSMOS" found in many public libraties. This DVD is a must see for all High School kids. I decided to buy as I wanted to refer often to hundreds of facts stashed away in various chapters. Humankind has to migrate trillions of miles, may be in a million years from now, trvelling at the speed of light or more. Can we do it ? to survive. Right now it doesn't look like a possibility. We may destroy ourselves before that. Fortunately many are working towards it. I wish them luck on behalf of the future generations.Nobody can explain the most fascinating scientific phenomenon better than CARL SAGAN. This book is a fine compliment to the 13 part serial "COSMOS" found in many public libraties. This DVD is a must see for all High School kids. I decided to buy as I wanted to refer often to hundreds of facts stashed away in various chapters. Humankind has to migrate trillions of miles, may be in a million years from now, trvelling at the speed of light or more. Can we do it ? to survive. Right now it doesn't look like a possibility. We may destroy ourselves before that. Fortunately many are working towards it. I wish them luck on behalf of the future generations.

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