Comet

Author: Carl Sagan, Ann Druyan

What are these elegant visitors in our skies? We now know that they brought both life and death; They have taught us about our own origins... The Comet begins with a breathtaking journey of a star that traverses space. In this book, Pulitzer Prize-winning astronomer Carl Sagan and author Ann Druyan set out on an expedition to investigate the origin, nature and future of comets adorned with exotic myths and signs. The authors describe how comets have spurred some of the great discoveries in the history of science; It reveals how they raise fascinating questions about these visitors who come shining brightly from the darkness among the stars. With its photographs and specially prepared colorful illustrations, Comet is a must-have book, a fascinating adventure for everyone who looks at the sky and wonders why...

“Fascinating, creative and inspiring.”

-The Washington Post-

“Simply the best.”

-Times of London-

“Comet is a beautiful and interesting book that makes science understandable for everyone.”

-United Press International-

“A masterpiece... Science, poetry and imagination.”

-The Atlanta Journal & Constitution-

(From the Promotional Bulletin)

Dough Type: 2nd Dough

Size: 13.5 x 21.5

First Print Year: 2017

Number of Printings: 1st Edition

Number of Pages: 480

Original Name: Comet