Exploring the profound impact of viewing Earth from space, contemplating heightened states of consciousness, and discussing economic disparities and the beauty of stargazing from unique vantage points. The chapter also covers the effects of light pollution on stargazing experiences and the cultural significance of dark night skies for indigenous communities, touching on the prevalence of autism spectrum within certain academic fields.
Neil deGrasse Tyson is an astrophysicist, director of the Hayden Planetarium at the American Museum of Natural History, and host of "StarTalk Radio." His newest book, "Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization," is available now. www.haydenplanetarium.org/tyson/
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