Death by Black Hole: And Other Cosmic Quandaries
"[Tyson] tackles a great range of subjects…with great humor, humility, and―most important―humanity." ―Entertainment Weekly
Loyal readers of the monthly "Universe" essays in Natural History magazine have long recognized Neil deGrasse Tyson's talent for guiding them through the mysteries of the cosmos with clarity and enthusiasm. Bringing together more than forty of Tyson's favorite essays, Death by Black Hole explores a myriad of cosmic topics, from what it would be like to be inside a black hole to the movie industry's feeble efforts to get its night skies right. One of America's best-known astrophysicists, Tyson is a natural teacher who simplifies the complexities of astrophysics while sharing his infectious fascination for our universe.
Reviews (169)
Neil is a legend, his way of thinking is ...
Neil is a legend, his way of thinking is truly unique and his work is an enjoyable and an enlightening read.
Excellent Read from a World Renown Astrophysicist and Director of the Hayden Planetarium in NYC
Love this book by Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson....bought it before his performance and meet and great at the Providence Performing Arts Center! A very knowledge and "Down-to-Earth" guy! Easy to talk to and he provides excellent answers! Thank you Dr. Tyson!
Good so far
Bought for eighteen year old son considering astrophysics as a career. He seems to be enjoying the book so far.
Knowledge is priceless
I looove Dr. Tysons books i listen to him all day every day at startalk radio . the book came in great condition brand new great size. Its a great passtime to read it i absolutely love it and recomme d it
Tyson brings you the universe
If you love Neil deGrasse Tyson then you will love this book. No one can bring the cosmos to you like this guy. He takes complex astrophysics theories and makes it easy for everyone to understand. His light and entertaining writing style sprinkled with bits of humor makes this book a great read.
Informative
Amazing read. Easily to grasp some of the most difficult material of the cosmos! Dr. Tyson does fantastic work presenting and delivering the information for all readers to understand!
Excellent read. Tyson is a master at breaking down ...
Excellent read. Tyson is a master at breaking down the complex nature of everything from astrological to quantum physics in a way that is both palatable and enjoyable to read. I blazed through this in a few sittings. Great for the science buff as well as the layman.
Five Stars
Astroscience for the average grey cells.
Five Stars
a good read
Good read
Good read
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