Cosmic queries: StarTalk's guide to who we are, how we got here, and where we're going
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Washington, DC : National Geographic, 2021.
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309 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
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"An exploration of some of the deepest questions about our place in the universe"--
"In this groundbreaking book, world-renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson tackles the world's thorniest philosophical conundrums, armed with wit, wisdom, and cutting-edge science. Together with distinguished physicist James Trefil, Tyson presents questions that have preoccupied humanity for millennia. Then, using the latest theories, from the Big Bang to string theory and the multiverse, he explores the answers, bolstered with stunning images and the latest insights from missions to planets, moon, asteroids, and beyond. Filled with paradigm-shifting concepts arising from the ideas of astrophysics today, this enlightening book will inspire readers of all ages, offering new ways to understand the complexities of life and the universe we inhabit" -- Front jacket flap.
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9781426221774, 1426221770
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Includes bibliographical references (pages [295]-297) and index.
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"An exploration of some of the deepest questions about our place in the universe"--,Provided by publisher.
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"In this groundbreaking book, world-renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson tackles the world's thorniest philosophical conundrums, armed with wit, wisdom, and cutting-edge science. Together with distinguished physicist James Trefil, Tyson presents questions that have preoccupied humanity for millennia. Then, using the latest theories, from the Big Bang to string theory and the multiverse, he explores the answers, bolstered with stunning images and the latest insights from missions to planets, moon, asteroids, and beyond. Filled with paradigm-shifting concepts arising from the ideas of astrophysics today, this enlightening book will inspire readers of all ages, offering new ways to understand the complexities of life and the universe we inhabit" -- Front jacket flap.
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APA Citation (style guide)
Tyson, N. d., Trefil, J., & Walker, L. N. (2021). Cosmic queries: StarTalk's guide to who we are, how we got here, and where we're going. Washington, DC, National Geographic.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Tyson, Neil deGrasse, James Trefil and Lindsey N., Walker. 2021. Cosmic Queries: StarTalk's Guide to Who We Are, How We Got Here, and Where We're Going. Washington, DC, National Geographic.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Tyson, Neil deGrasse, James Trefil and Lindsey N., Walker, Cosmic Queries: StarTalk's Guide to Who We Are, How We Got Here, and Where We're Going. Washington, DC, National Geographic, 2021.
MLA Citation (style guide)Tyson, Neil deGrasse,, et al. Cosmic Queries: StarTalk's Guide to Who We Are, How We Got Here, and Where We're Going. Washington, DC, National Geographic, 2021.
Note! Citation formats are based on standards as of July 2022. Citations contain only title, author, edition, publisher, and year published. Citations should be used as a guideline and should be double checked for accuracy.
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