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• A Brief History of the Universe

  (and Our Place in It)

  Malik, Sarah Alam

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  Particle physicist Dr. Sarah Alam Malik explores humanity’s quest to understand the universe, tracing discoveries from ancient Babylonian astronomers to modern research into dark matter, dark energy, and extraterrestrial life. Accessible and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Lost in Space

  5,000 Facts for Navigating the Universe

  Tyson, Neil deGrasse

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  Filled with 5,000 tantalizing facts and more than 300 charts, maps, and photographs, this book offers a dazzling look at the cosmos from our home planet to the farthest reaches of outer space.

• Why Do We Exist?

  the Nine Realms of the Universe That Make You Possible

  Oluseyi, Hakeem M. (Hakeem Muata)

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  The universe gave rise to everything: stars and cells, minds and memories, purpose and pain. But it doesn't care about us. It follows its own rules. And now, according to Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi, we finally understand enough about those rules to ask the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Edge of Space-time

  Particles, Poetry, and the Cosmic Dream Boogie

  Prescod-Weinstein, Chanda

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  Drawing on poetry and popular culture, Chanda Prescod-Weinstein renders accessible some of the most abstract concepts of theoretical physics to tell stories about the history and fundamental nature of our universe.

• Evidence of the Extraordinary

  Discoveries From the Series the Proof Is Out There®

  Sancho, Miguel

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  Exploring UFOs, UAPs, cryptozoology, simulation theory, the afterlife, and ancient mysteries, this companion to HISTORY’s "The Proof Is Out There" examines extraordinary phenomena through investigative journalism and cutting-edge technology. Packed…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Take Me to Your Leader

  Perspectives on Your First Alien Encounter

  Tyson, Neil deGrasse

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  The culmination of a lifetime of fascination and speculation, Neil deGrasse Tyson applies the universal laws of physics to make the case for what aliens might look like, act like, how they might travel, what they might think. Should such an event…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Decoding the Universe

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  How big is the universe? What is it made of? Are we alone? Questions like these have inspired amazing discoveries that have transformed our understanding of the universe since the 1970s, shedding light on everything from exoplanets to black holes to…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Painting the Cosmos

  How Art and Science Intersect to Reveal the Secrets of the Universe

  Imara, Nia

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  In Painting the Cosmos, astrophysicist and visual artist Dr. Nia Imara comprehensively illustrates the history of the universe and our position in it through the interwoven perspectives of astrophysics and art.

• A Crack in Everything

  How Black Holes Came in From the Cold and Took Cosmic Centre Stage

  Chown, Marcus

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  In A Crack in Everything, award-winning writer and broadcaster Marcus Chown reconstructs the extraordinary journey of black holes, a triumph of scientific theory and physical observation. Featuring in-depth interviews with key scientists at the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Great American Eclipse

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  Explore the spectacular cosmic phenomenon of a total solar eclipse. In April 2024, the Moon's shadow is sweeping from Texas to Maine, as the U.S. witnesses its last total solar eclipse until 2044.

• How to Kill An Asteroid

  the Real Science of Planetary Defense

  Andrews, Robin George

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  There are approximately 25,000 "city killer" asteroids in near-Earth orbit -- and most are yet to be found. Small enough to evade detection, they are capable of large-scale destruction, and represent our greatest cosmic threat. But in September…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Universe and Beyond

  Dickinson, Terence

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  This sixth edition of The Universe and Beyond is completely redesigned, and the photos and illustrations have been updated with awe-inspiring new images of the cosmos. The fully updated content showcases late-breaking science that has emerged since…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Black Holes

  the Key to Understanding the Universe

  Cox, Brian, 1968-

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  Of all the many scientific marvels occurring in our universe, perhaps none have been more consistently intriguing and mysterious than black holes. What are they, exactly? How do they form? And what can they tell us about the nature and future of our…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A City on Mars

  Can We Settle Space, Should We Settle Space, and Have We Really Thought This Through?

  Weinersmith, Kelly

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  In a world hurtling toward human expansion into space, A City on Mars investigates whether the dream of new worlds won't create nightmares, both for settlers and the people they leave behind. In the process, the authors answer every question about…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• On the Origin of Time

  Stephen Hawking's Final Theory

  Hertog, Thomas

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  Stephen Hawking's closest collaborator offers the intellectual superstar's final thoughts on the cosmos -- a dramatic revision of the theory that made him the heir to Einstein's legacy.

• Things That Go Bump in the Universe

  How Astronomers Decode Cosmic Chaos

  James, C. Renée

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  In an engaging style, the author gives us an up-to-date overview of the "transient universe," and explains how astronomers came to see the cosmos as a dynamic place, rather than a static one.

• To Infinity and Beyond

  a Journey of Cosmic Discovery

  Tyson, Neil deGrasse

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  "To Infinity and Beyond" is an engaging and humorous journey through the universe with astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. This illustrated narrative covers topics from the solar system to the outer cosmos, making complex concepts accessible. With a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Art of Urban Astronomy

  a Guide to Stargazing Wherever You Are

  Beall, Abigail

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  "The Art of Urban Astronomy" by Abigail Beall is a captivating guide that unravels the mysteries of the night sky. From the changing seasons of stars to the brilliance of constellations like Orion, this book offers a journey through celestial…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Eating the Sun

  Small Musings on a Vast Universe

  Sanders, Ella Frances

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  "Eating the Sun" is a beautifully illustrated exploration of the profound connections between science and poetry. It unravels the mysteries of our universe, our world, and our daily lives, offering simplicity and reassurance in understanding the…Read moreRead more of this annotation