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Carl Sagan: A Life In The Cosmos
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The First Biography Of The Bestknown Scientist Of His Generation And The Author Of The Bestseller Cosmos.In This, The First Fullscale Examination Of The Life Of Carl Sagan, Awardwinning Science Writer William Poundstone Details The Transformation Of A Bookish Young Astronomer Obsessed With Life On Other Worlds Into Science'S First Authentic Media Superstar. As A Fixture On Television And A Bestselling Author, Sagan Became Instantly Recognizable. To People Around The World, He Offered Entre Into The Mysteries Of The Cosmos And Of Science In General. To Much Of The Scientific Community, Though, He Was Something Of A Pariah, A Brazen Publicity Seeker Who Cared More About His Image And His Fortune Than The Advancement Of Science. Poundstone Reveals The Seldomdiscussed Aspects Of Sagan'S Life, The Legitimate And Important Work Of His Early Scientific Career, The Almost Obsessive Capacity To Take On Less Projects, The Multiple Marriages And Fractured Tumultuous Personal Lifeall Essential Elements Of This Complicated And Extraordinary Man, Truly The First And Most Famous Scientist Of The Media Age.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Carl Sagan: A Life in the Cosmos'? A: The book is a biography of Carl Sagan, detailing his transformation from a young astronomer to a renowned media figure and science communicator.
- Q: Who is the author of the biography? A: The biography is written by William Poundstone, an award-winning science writer.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition of 'Carl Sagan: A Life in the Cosmos', published on October 21, 1999.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 496 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: What themes are explored in Sagan's biography? A: The biography explores themes such as Sagan's scientific work, his public persona, personal relationships, and his impact on science communication.
- Q: Is there any discussion of Sagan's early scientific career? A: Yes, the book reveals important aspects of Sagan's early scientific career and his dedication to various projects.
- Q: What makes Carl Sagan a significant figure in science? A: Carl Sagan is significant for being a prominent science communicator, author, and television personality who made science accessible to the public.
- Q: Can this book serve as a resource for understanding modern science communication? A: Yes, it provides insights into the evolution of science communication and the role of public figures like Sagan in making science relatable.