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Astrophysics for People in a Hurry by Neil deGrasse Tyson (2017, Hardcover)

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ISBN
9780393609394

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Publisher
Norton & Company, Incorporated, w. w.
ISBN-10
0393609391
ISBN-13
9780393609394
eBay Product ID (ePID)
235291247

Product Key Features

Book Title
Astrophysics for People in a Hurry
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2017
Topic
Physics / Astrophysics, Space Science, Cosmology, Time
Genre
Science
Author
Neil Degrasse Tyson
Format
Hardcover

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0.1 in
Item Weight
9.2 Oz
Item Length
0.7 in
Item Width
0.5 in

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LCCN
2017-005442
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Even readers normally adverse to anything to do with physics or chemistry will find Tyson's wittily delivered explanations compelling and disarmingly entertaining., This book will keep you fascinated with succinct and dynamic explanations of a wide variety of astronomical topics. A winner that every astronomy enthusiast should have on the bookshelf!, This may have been written for people in a hurry, but I urge you to take your time. It will all be over far too soon., Tyson manifests science brilliantly....[his] insights are valuable for any leader, teacher, scientist or educator., With wry humor, keen vision, and abundant humanity, Neil deGrasse Tyson distills the big questions of space, time, and reality into short, insightful chapters you can enjoy with your morning coffee., ""Masterly....A sublime introduction to some of the most exciting ideas in astrophysics that will leave readers wanting more."", A short and sweet explanation of the nature of space and time and how we mesh with the universe at large., Tyson is a master of streamlining and simplification....taking mind-bogglingly complex ideas, stripping them down to their nuts and bolts, padding them with colorful allegories and dorky jokes, and making them accessible to the layperson, Infectiously enthusiastic, humorous and, above all, accessible....reading Astrophysics for People in a Hurry is both a humbling and exhilarating experience., Masterly....A sublime introduction to some of the most exciting ideas in astrophysics that will leave readers wanting more.
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
523.01
Synopsis
Over a year on the New York Times bestseller list and more than a million copies sold. The essential universe, from our most celebrated and beloved astrophysicist., What is the nature of space and time? How do we fit within the universe? How does the universe fit within us? There's no better guide through these mind-expanding questions than acclaimed astrophysicist and best-selling author Neil deGrasse Tyson. But today, few of us have time to contemplate the cosmos. So Tyson brings the universe down to Earth succinctly and clearly, with sparkling wit, in tasty chapters consumable anytime and anywhere in your busy day. While you wait for your morning coffee to brew, for the bus, the train, or a plane to arrive, Astrophysics for People in a Hurry will reveal just what you need to be fluent and ready for the next cosmic headlines: from the Big Bang to black holes, from quarks to quantum mechanics, and from the search for planets to the search for life in the universe.
LC Classification Number
QB461.T97 2017

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  • by br3em2ja1*
    08 Nov, 2024Top favourable review

    Science as she should be taught

    I never thought I would find astrophysics not just vaguely of interest but utterly compelling. I often have to reread a paragraph two or three times BUT when it makes sense finally, it really makes sense.I plan to buy several more copies and gift these to my friends who may never read it (their loss) but may gift it to others that will appreciate this little gem. I am going online to see what else I can find by this author.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: second.sale

  • by patgarity
    23 Oct, 2019

    Mind blowing stuff!

    I have read it over and over. Mind blowing stuff. The author has an easy style that makes Astrophysics a joy. My mind has been sucked into a black hole that’s a new dimension for my brain.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by aughrim2
    02 Feb, 2018

    Astrophysics

    Good book for those new to the subject. Engagingly written and entertaining. Enjoyed it a lot except for the last chapter in which the author wrings his hands over the fact that not everyone has the financial means and opportunity to study astrophysics as he has done- out of place and a bit goofy.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: ilmbooks_1

  • by rasha_7770
    01 Feb, 2024

    Astrophysics for everyone: A Review

    The book makes studying astrophysics very interesting. Its like we are learning face to face with an expert in a friendly manner and we come to know about amazing concepts about universe. Just little basic knowledge is required to understand the book.

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  • by fabiola_hun
    01 Jan, 2021

    Astronomy in a nutshell to evoke interest for deeper study

    Love the author, love the topic so it couldn't go wrong. Perfect to those interested in astronomy and astrophysics on a base level. Pretty cover too.

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