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Binding
Paperback
Weight
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Product Group
Book
IsTextBook
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ISBN
0345331354
Book Title
Cosmos
Item Length
6.9in
Publisher
Random House Publishing Group
Publication Year
1985
Format
Mass Market
Language
English
Item Height
1in
Author
Carl Sagan
Genre
Science
Topic
Earth Sciences / Meteorology & Climatology, Reference, Cosmology, Astronomy
Item Width
4.2in
Item Weight
7 Oz
Number of Pages
352 Pages

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The best-selling science book ever published in the English language, COSMOS is a magnificent overview of the past, present, and future of science. Brilliant and provocative, it traces today's knowledge and scientific methods to their historical roots, blending science and philosophy in a wholly energetic and irresistible way.

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Publisher
Random House Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0345331354
ISBN-13
9780345331359
eBay Product ID (ePID)
172175

Product Key Features

Book Title
Cosmos
Author
Carl Sagan
Format
Mass Market
Language
English
Topic
Earth Sciences / Meteorology & Climatology, Reference, Cosmology, Astronomy
Publication Year
1985
Genre
Science
Number of Pages
352 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
6.9in
Item Height
1in
Item Width
4.2in
Item Weight
7 Oz

Additional Product Features

Age Range
8-12
Grade from
Third Grade
Grade to
Seventh Grade
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"Magnificent . . . With a lyrical literary style, and a range that touches almost all aspects of human knowledge, Cosmos often seems too good to be true." -- The Plain Dealer "Sagan is an astronomer with one eye on the stars, another on history, and a third--his mind's--on the human condition." -- Newsday "Brilliant in its scope and provocative in its suggestions . . . shimmers with a sense of wonder." -- The Miami Herald "Sagan dazzles the mind with the miracle of our survival, framed by the stately galaxies of space." -- Cosmopolitan "Enticing . . . iridescent . . . imaginatively illustrated." -- The New York Times Book Review, "Magnificent . . . With a lyrical literary style, and a range that touches almost all aspects of human knowledge, Cosmos often seems too good to be true." -- The Plain Dealer "Sagan is an astronomer with one eye on the stars, another on history, and a third--his mind's--on the human condition." -- Newsday "Brilliant in its scope and provocative in its suggestions . . . shimmers with a sense of wonder." -- The Miami Herald "Sagan dazzles the mind with the miracle of our survival, framed by the stately galaxies of space." -- Cosmopolitan "Enticing . . . imaginatively illustrated . . . imaginatively illustrated." -- The New York Times Book Review
Copyright Date
1980
Target Audience
Trade
Lccn
80-005286
Dewey Decimal
520
Dewey Edition
21
Illustrated
Yes

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  • by 8band5-82
    Mar 30, 2022Top favourable review

    You have a friend in Sagan

    Sagan was a literal genius, though had had ability to present extremely complex notions and make them accessible to people who are not science nerds/geeks. All without over simplification - treating the reader with grace and respect. He allows the universe to be relative. Relational and interesting.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: thrift.books

  • 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 ...

  • by green_guillotine
    Jul 05, 2012

    This is a fantastic book that has helped shape my current view of life.

    I haven't read all the way through it just yet, but what Ive read is fantastic. It's a great read if you love reality checks of how and why and the vastness of everything. I suggest reading it at least once if not more.

  • by pattyd-74
    Apr 23, 2019

    Cosmos

    Great read..!! Thank you

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: thrift.books

  • by d.777777
    Sep 05, 2019

    Timeless tidbits

    Sagan keeps the gateway to understanding Starstuff open, from the past,better than anyone.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: thrift.books

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