Letters From | An Astrophysicist By Neil Degrasse...
The book utilizes a "cosmic perspective" to address questions that range from deeply personal to purely scientific:
You can find Letters from an Astrophysicist at several major retailers: : Available for ~$11.18 (new).
: Highlights the importance of scientific literacy in a democracy and how an interdisciplinary approach can bridge knowledge gaps. Where to Buy
: Features letters to his parents, NASA, and a poignant open letter written on September 12, 2001, reflecting on the events at Ground Zero.
: He emphasizes "cosmic humility"—the idea that while humanity's place in the universe is small, it is also extraordinary.
The book is structured as a series of letters from people in all walks of life—including students, prisoners, and priests—followed by Tyson's succinct and passionate replies.
The book utilizes a "cosmic perspective" to address questions that range from deeply personal to purely scientific:
You can find Letters from an Astrophysicist at several major retailers: : Available for ~$11.18 (new).
: Highlights the importance of scientific literacy in a democracy and how an interdisciplinary approach can bridge knowledge gaps. Where to Buy
: Features letters to his parents, NASA, and a poignant open letter written on September 12, 2001, reflecting on the events at Ground Zero.
: He emphasizes "cosmic humility"—the idea that while humanity's place in the universe is small, it is also extraordinary.
The book is structured as a series of letters from people in all walks of life—including students, prisoners, and priests—followed by Tyson's succinct and passionate replies.
