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235 - Janna Levin: How to Survive a Black Hole

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This chapter explores the historical and scientific journey of black holes, emphasizing a crucial 1939 paper that proposed their existence as the remnants of massive stars. It also discusses how historical events shaped the perception and recognition of these astronomical entities amidst a backdrop of cultural turmoil.

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