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Pale Blue Dot
A Vision of the Human Future in Space
Book • 1994
In 'Pale Blue Dot: A Vision of the Human Future in Space', Carl Sagan reflects on the human place in the universe, inspired by the iconic image of Earth taken by Voyager 1.
The book combines philosophy with scientific descriptions of the Solar System, detailing the Voyager program and other space missions.
Sagan argues that space exploration is crucial for understanding Earth and our future, highlighting the importance of learning from other planets and moons.
He also discusses the need for space colonization and terraforming to ensure human survival and addresses contemporary issues such as global warming and asteroid threats.
The book emphasizes the humbling and character-building nature of astronomy and encourages a long-term perspective on human existence and our place in the universe.
The book combines philosophy with scientific descriptions of the Solar System, detailing the Voyager program and other space missions.
Sagan argues that space exploration is crucial for understanding Earth and our future, highlighting the importance of learning from other planets and moons.
He also discusses the need for space colonization and terraforming to ensure human survival and addresses contemporary issues such as global warming and asteroid threats.
The book emphasizes the humbling and character-building nature of astronomy and encourages a long-term perspective on human existence and our place in the universe.
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Jason Fried as a source of a beautiful passage about the insignificance of Earthly concerns in the grand scheme of the universe.
Jason Fried as a source of a beautiful passage about the insignificance of Earthly concerns in the grand scheme of the universe.
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25 Years Of Founder WISDOM In 55 Minutes (ft. Jason Fried)
Mentioned by Neil deGrasse Tyson when discussing his views on life and death.
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Neil deGrasse Tyson: DO THIS Every Morning To Find Happiness & Meaning In Your Life
Mentioned by Michael Bridge , referring to a quote he shares in concerts about humanity's shared home and the importance of empathy.
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Michael Bridge: On Cultivating Expressive (vs Impressive) Virtuosity
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Brian Keating as a speech turned into a book, which softened Carl Sagan's stance on optimism.
Brian Keating as a speech turned into a book, which softened Carl Sagan's stance on optimism.
The Scientists Ep. 4: Carl Sagan's Five Principles
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Oliver Kemmann als Inspiration für Learning Journeys, die das Verlangen nach Entdeckung und neuen Welten hervorheben.
Oliver Kemmann als Inspiration für Learning Journeys, die das Verlangen nach Entdeckung und neuen Welten hervorheben.
Was macht Learning Journeys so transformativ, Raphael Gielgen? - Folge 215
