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The Cosmic Connection An Extraterrestial Perspective
The Cosmic Connection An Extraterrestial Perspective Author:Carl Sagan Pulitser Prize winner Carl Sagan has captivated millions with studies of the planets and the bold search for life on other worlds. — The Cosmic Connection is the lucid, lyrical narrative of the dramatic wonder of the universe. The quest for extraterrestial life is written in nontechnical language, and the latest astronomical revelations are rela... more »ted to the most profound human problems and concerns.
An astronomer and exobiologist--as well as a heroic adventurer--Dr. Sagin is engaged in:
*space vehicle exploration of the planets
*designing landing instruments to search for life on Mars
*duplicating the steps that led to the origin of life on earth
*preparing the way for contact with intelligent beings on planets of other stars
"We live," says Carl Sagan, "in the galactic boondocks, where the action isn't." By hooking us up with the immense and swesome cosmos in which the earth is embedded, by reminding us of our probincialism, by demonstrating that "we are all starfold," THE COSMIC CONNECTION is a major achievement.« less