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Astrophysics for People in a Hurry

Book • 2017

Neil deGrasse Tyson

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.

Mentioned by

Peter Diamandis

Neil deGrasse Tyson

Jordan Harbinger

Mentioned in 10 episodes

Mentioned by

Nayeema Raza

as one of Neil deGrasse Tyson's bestselling books.

Are We Living In A Simulation? with Neil deGrasse Tyson

Mentioned by

Peter Diamandis

as a New York Times bestseller, highlighting its accessible approach to astrophysics.

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Mentioned by

Neil deGrasse Tyson

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

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Mentioned by

Paul Mecurio

as a book read by an 11-year-old.

Cosmic Queries – Before the Big Bang

Mentioned by

Sam Harris

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

#302 — Science & Civilization

Mentioned by

Jeff Goldblum

as one of Neil's books that he brought to the interview.

Making Science Cool, with Jeff Goldblum

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

Cosmic Queries – In a Zeptosecond

Recommended by

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.

Cosmic Queries – Renaming Time

Recommended by

Neil deGrasse Tyson

for a 12-year-old to get them enlightened about the universe.

Cosmic Queries – Renaming Time

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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Mentioned by

Jordan Harbinger

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

327: Neil deGrasse Tyson | Astrophysics for People in a Hurry

Mentioned by

Nayeema Raza

as one of Neil deGrasse Tyson's bestselling books.

Smart Girl Dumb Questions: Neil DeGrasse Tyson on “Are We Living in a Simulation?”

Recommended by

Rui Ma

as a four-hour audiobook that teaches about the universe.

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