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Carl Sagan - A Biography (Hardcover)
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Carl Sagan - A Biography (Hardcover)
Series: Greenwood Biographies
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Portrays the life and work of one of the most famous and
influential scientists of the late 20th century - the astronomer
Carl Sagan The American astronomer Carl Sagan (1934-1996) was one
of the best-known scientists of his time. A prolific writer and
television personality, he was creator and host of Cosmos, an
enormously popular television series that explained the wonders of
astronomy to millions of television viewers. Sagan also opened up
the wonders of science to thousands of people through his many
books and magazine articles. In addition to his talents as a
science popularizer, Sagan was a first-rate scientist. a pioneer in
the field now known as astrobiology, a major thrust of NASA's
current planetary explorations This book takes a fascinating look
at all aspects of the life of Carl Sagan: the working scientist,
who was an inspired and creative participant in the forefront of a
new and exciting era of astronomy; the advocate for science, who
could expound on its beauties and joys, as well as point out the
follies and foibles of pseudoscience; and the activist, who helped
raise awareness of the perils of the Nuclear Age. Following the arc
of Sagan's personal and professional life, this book examines both
the man and the provocative ideas he brought to this new era,
always seeking to capture the infectious enthusiasm and love of
communication that infused Carl Sagan's life and work. Endorsement
from Ann Druyan, Carl Sagan's widow and long-time collaborator:
Carl Sagan: A Biography comes closer to the Carl I knew than other
previous attempts at biography. Authors Moser and Spangenburg
capture the drama, passion and integrity of Carl's lifelong quest
to know the cosmos. May this work kindle that fire in others.
school and undergraduate students A portrait of a scientist famous
for his popularization of science and for his activism regarding
nuclear perils
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