If you're looking for a book on astronomy and astrophysics which is easy to grasp, as well as extensive, then Astrophysics for people in a hurry is for you. This 2017 book was written by renowned astrophysicist, Neil deGrasse Tyson.
In this book, you will find answers to origins of the universe, what dark matter and dark energy are, what is our place in the cosmos and how we understand the universe through instruments like an x-ray telescope?
Astrophysics for people in a hurry is written in a lively language, with thorough analogies and sense of humor. No surprises there, as it is written by popular scientist Dr Neil deGrasse Tyson, who is the director of Hayden planetarium.
The book has received quite a lot of praise. It debuted at #1 on New York Times bestseller list. Entertainment weekly commended the book, writing: "Tyson tackles a great range of subjects, with great humor and humility". Jon Stewart jokingly said, "This is the most exciting book about Pluto you will ever read."
Why this book is great? Because Tyson has asked complicated questions about the universe in each chapter, and then explained it in intricate detail throughout the chapter. If you want to become an astrophysicist in the future, this book is a good starting point.
What is not so great about the book? Its cover, honestly. We know that one should not judge a book from its cover, but this one gives a very generic vibe. It does not feel like this one is written by a celebrated astrophysicist. It is a very general image you can find on Google for free.
In the end, I would say this book is a 10/10, especially if you consider that this is targeted towards adults who are not well versed in mathematics but want to learn something about the universe, astrophysics in particular. Astrophysics for people in a hurry lives up to its title.
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