How to Die in Space by Paul M Sutter
A brilliant and breathtakingly vivid tour of the universe, describing the physics of the dangerous, the deadly, and the scary in the cosmos.
“Sutter’s tone is suffused with enthusiasm for his topic and with disarming humorFunny and informative, Sutter’s gleefully bleak interstellar survey will foster a greater appreciation for humanity’s home, and a deeper understanding of space.” * Publishers Weekly (starred) *
“Sutter’s macabre humor and lucid science writing make this an entertaining read with mass appeal.” * Kirkus Reviews *
“The tongue-in-cheek alarmist tone offsets Sutter’s deep fascination, and his joy of discovery is infectious. This accessible overview of our bizarre universe will encourage readers to delve deeper and learn more.” * Booklist *
"This excellent resource celebrates the wonders of space. Sutter’s brisk, often humorous writing and gift for clear explanations make this the perfect choice for readers looking to understand the universe." * Publishers Weekly (starred) [Praise for Paul M. Sutter, PhD] *
"Brings the cosmos down to earth and shows that you don’t have to be an astrophysicist to enjoy the wonder of it all." -- Tariq Malik, Space.com [Praise for Paul M. Sutter, PhD]
"Imagine sitting around a campfire with an astrophysicist who doesn’t just recount the history of cosmology, but also answers your questions. This is a wonderful read for those who are curious about big ideas." -- Seth Shostak, senior astronomer, SETI Institute [Praise for Paul M. Sutter, PhD]
“Sutter’s macabre humor and lucid science writing make this an entertaining read with mass appeal.” * Kirkus Reviews *
“The tongue-in-cheek alarmist tone offsets Sutter’s deep fascination, and his joy of discovery is infectious. This accessible overview of our bizarre universe will encourage readers to delve deeper and learn more.” * Booklist *
"This excellent resource celebrates the wonders of space. Sutter’s brisk, often humorous writing and gift for clear explanations make this the perfect choice for readers looking to understand the universe." * Publishers Weekly (starred) [Praise for Paul M. Sutter, PhD] *
"Brings the cosmos down to earth and shows that you don’t have to be an astrophysicist to enjoy the wonder of it all." -- Tariq Malik, Space.com [Praise for Paul M. Sutter, PhD]
"Imagine sitting around a campfire with an astrophysicist who doesn’t just recount the history of cosmology, but also answers your questions. This is a wonderful read for those who are curious about big ideas." -- Seth Shostak, senior astronomer, SETI Institute [Praise for Paul M. Sutter, PhD]
Paul Sutter, PhD, is the is the author of Your Place in the Universe: Understanding Our Big, Messy Existence. He spent three years at the Paris Institute of Astrophysics as the Postdoctoral Fellow in Next-Generation Cosmic Probes and currently is a Visiting Scholar at Ohio State University’s Center for Cosmology and Astro-Particle Physics in Columbus, Ohio, where he hosts the popular podcast “Ask a Spaceman!”
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| ISBN 13 | 9781643134383 |
| ISBN 10 | 1643134388 |
| Title | How to Die in Space |
| Author | Paul M Sutter |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Pegasus Books |
| Year published | 2020-07-23 |
| Number of pages | 336 |
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