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Astrophysics for People in a Hurry
Book • 2017
In *Astrophysics for People in a Hurry*, Neil deGrasse Tyson provides a broad selection of topics in astrophysics, including the evolution of the universe, dark matter, dark energy, and the search for life beyond Earth.
The book is based on essays Tyson wrote for his Universe column in *Natural History* magazine between 1995 and 2005.
It offers entertaining insights into the challenges in science and the implications of understanding our universe, making complex concepts accessible and engaging for busy readers.
The book is based on essays Tyson wrote for his Universe column in *Natural History* magazine between 1995 and 2005.
It offers entertaining insights into the challenges in science and the implications of understanding our universe, making complex concepts accessible and engaging for busy readers.
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Mentioned in 9 episodes
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Peter Diamandis as a New York Times bestseller, highlighting its accessible approach to astrophysics.


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Neil deGrasse Tyson as a book that has been on the New York Times bestseller list for 67 weeks.


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Sam Harris as one of Neil deGrasse Tyson's books, which he listened to as an audiobook.


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Mentioned by Neil deGrasse Tyson as the book where he details the first three minutes of the universe, expanding on Steve Weinberg's work.

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Neil deGrasse Tyson as a book to read when you don't want granular details but want to have a cool conversation at a cocktail party.


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Mentioned by Neil deGrasse Tyson as one of his books, a companion to his 2017 bestseller Astrophysics for People in a Hurry.

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Jordan Harbinger as a book that's a well-written sampler platter of astrophysics, good for beginners.


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