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Cosmos by Carl Sagan

Author:Carl Sagan
Edition:1st Edition

Blending astronomy with philosophy and history, this work explores the origins, structure, and evolution of the universe while reflecting on humanity’s place within it. It connects scientific discovery with curiosity and critical thinking, highlighting the processes that shape stars, planets, and the development of life.

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Chapters

  • Chapter 1: The Shores of the Cosmic Ocean→
  • Chapter 2: One Voice in the Cosmic Fugue→
  • Chapter 3: The Harmony of Worlds→
  • Chapter 4: Heaven and Hell in the Cosmos→
  • Chapter 5: Blues for a Red Planet→
  • Chapter 6: Travelers’ Tales Across the Universe→
  • Chapter 7: The Backbone of Night→
  • Chapter 8: Travels in Space and Time→
  • Chapter 9: The Lives of the Stars→
  • Chapter 10: The Edge of Forever→
  • Chapter 11: The Persistence of Memory→
  • Chapter 12: Encyclopaedia Galactica→
  • Chapter 13: Who Speaks for Earth?→

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  • The Theory of Everything: The Origin and Fate of the UniverseStephen W. Hawking · 1st Edition→

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