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Cosmic queries : StarTalk's guide to who we are, how we got here, and where we're going  Cover Image Book Book

Cosmic queries : StarTalk's guide to who we are, how we got here, and where we're going / Neil deGrasse Tyson with James Trefil ; edited by Lindsey N. Walker.

Summary:

"An exploration of some of the deepest questions about our place in the universe"-- Provided by publisher.
"In this groundbreaking book, world-renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson tackles the world's thorniest philosophical conundrums, armed with wit, wisdom, and cutting-edge science. Together with distinguished physicist James Trefil, Tyson presents questions that have preoccupied humanity for millennia. Then, using the latest theories, from the Big Bang to string theory and the multiverse, he explores the answers, bolstered with stunning images and the latest insights from missions to planets, moon, asteroids, and beyond. Filled with paradigm-shifting concepts arising from the ideas of astrophysics today, this enlightening book will inspire readers of all ages, offering new ways to understand the complexities of life and the universe we inhabit" -- Front jacket flap.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781426221774
  • ISBN: 1426221770
  • Physical Description: 309 pages ; 24 cm
  • Publisher: Washington, DC : National Geographic, [2021]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
What is our place in the universe? -- How do we know what we know? -- How did the universe get to be this way? -- How old is the universe? -- What is the universe made of? -- What is life? -- Are we alone in the universe? -- How did it all begin? -- How will it all end? -- What does nothing have to do with everything?.
Subject: Cosmology > Popular works.
Astronomy.
Space archaeology.
Space sciences.
Life.
Planets.

Available copies

  • 14 of 15 copies available at Missouri Evergreen.
  • 1 of 1 copy available at North Kansas City. (Show)

Holds

  • 0 current holds with 15 total copies.
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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Status Due Date
North Kansas City Public Library 523.1 TYSON 2021 (Text) 0001002439782 Nonfiction Available -
Cape Girardeau Public Library 523.1 TYS (Text) 33042004770841 Adult Non-Fiction Checked out 05/05/2024
Caruthersville Public Library 523.1 TYS (Text) 38417100531591 Non-Fiction Available -
Cass County Library-Northern Resource Center 523.1 TYS 2021 (Text) 0002205564327 Adult Non-Fiction Available -
De Soto Public Library 523.1 TYSON Neil DeGrasse (Text) 33858000013815 Adult Non-Fiction Available -
Jefferson County Library-Windsor 523.1 TYSON (Text) 30065010116314 Non-Fiction Available -
Neosho Newton - Neosho 523.1 TYS (Text) 34162002097309 Adult Nonfiction Available -
Scenic Regional-New Haven 523.1 TYS (Text) 3007263778 NonFiction Available -
Scenic Regional-St. Clair 523.1 TYS (Text) 300726376+ NonFiction Available -
St. Joseph - East Hills Library 523.1 TYS (Text) 32002005302128 Adult Nonfiction Available -


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