After decades of global primacy, NASA has ended the space-shuttle program, and the United States may soon find itself eclipsed by other countries' space endeavors. With his signature wit and thought-provoking insights, Neil deGrasse Tyson―one of our foremost thinkers on all things space―illuminates the past, present, and future of space exploration and brilliantly reminds us why NASA matters now as much as ever. As Tyson reveals, exploring the space frontier can profoundly enrich many aspects of our daily lives, from education systems and the economy to national security and morale. For America to maintain its status as a global leader and a technological innovator, he explains, we must regain our enthusiasm and curiosity about what lies beyond our world.
Provocative, humorous, and wonderfully readable, Space Chronicles represents the best of Tyson’s recent commentary, including a must-read prologue on NASA and partisan politics. Reflecting on topics that range from scientific literacy to space-travel missteps, Tyson gives us an urgent, clear-eyed, and ultimately inspiring vision for the future.
Editorial Reviews
“A genial advocate for the space program, Tyson offers diagnoses of its malaise that will resonate with its supporters.” --Booklist
“An enthusiastic, persuasive case to start probing outer space again.” --Kirkus Reviews
“There is much to enjoy here, and nothing too arcane for a non–space cadet to follow.” --Dava Sobel
“Tyson is a rock star whose passion for the laws of nature is matched by his engaging explanations of topics ranging from dark matter to the absurdity of zombies." --Parade
About the Author
Neil deGrasse Tyson is an astrophysicist with the American Museum of Natural History, director of the world-famous Hayden Planetarium, a monthly columnist for Natural History, and an award-winning author. He has begun production of a new Cosmos series, premiering in early 2013. He lives in New York City.
