StarTalk: Everything You Ever Need to Know About Space Travel, Sci-Fi, the Human Race, theUniverse, and Beyond
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StarTalk: Everything You Ever Need to Know About Space Travel, Sci-Fi, the Human Race, theUniverse, and Beyond

Neil deGrasse Tyson

Why we picked it

This smart, funny cosmic crash course explores black holes, aliens, and the future of space travel through Tyson's trademark blend of humor, insight, and accessible science.

Our review

Smart, funny, and endlessly curious, this book turns big questions about the universe into an adventure you can actually understand. With Tyson’s trademark humor and insight, readers explore everything from black holes to aliens through science that feels exciting, not intimidating. It’s the ultimate cosmic crash course for anyone who’s ever looked up at the night sky and wondered, “What’s really out there?”

About this book

From the product listing

This illustrated companion to the popular podcast and National Geographic Channel show is an eye-opening journey for anyone curious about our universe, space, astronomy and the complexities of the cosmos. 

For decades, beloved astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson has interpreted science with a combination of brainpower and charm that resonates with fans everywhere. This pioneering, provocative book brings together the best of StarTalk, his beloved podcast and television show devoted to solving the most confounding mysteries of Earth, space, and what it means to be human. Filled with brilliant sidebars, vivid photography, and unforgettable quotes from Tyson and his brilliant cohort of science and entertainment luminaries, StarTalk will help answer all of your most pressing questions about our world—from how the brain works to the physics of comic book superheroes. Fun, smart, and laugh-out-loud funny, this book is the perfect guide to everything you ever wanted to know about the universe—and beyond.


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Age ranges
Elementary, Middle School
Careers
Scientist
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Neil deGrasse Tyson