Death by Black Hole
And Other Cosmic Quandaries
(Author) Neil deGrasse Tyson"[Tyson] tackles a great range of subjects…with great humor, humility, and—most important—humanity." —Entertainment Weekly Loyal readers of the monthly "Universe" essays in Natural History magazine have long recognized Neil deGrasse Tyson's talent for guiding them through the mysteries of the cosmos with clarity and enthusiasm. Bringing together more than forty of Tyson's favorite essays, Death by Black Hole explores a myriad of cosmic topics, from what it would be like to be inside a black hole to the movie industry's feeble efforts to get its night skies right. One of America's best-known astrophysicists, Tyson is a natural teacher who simplifies the complexities of astrophysics while sharing his infectious fascination for our universe.
Neil deGrasse Tyson
Neil deGrasse Tyson is an American astrophysicist, author, and science communicator known for his ability to make complex scientific concepts accessible to the general public. He has written several popular books, including "Astrophysics for People in a Hurry" and "Death by Black Hole: And Other Cosmic Quandaries". Tyson is the director of the Hayden Planetarium in New York City and has hosted various television shows, including "Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey". His work has had a significant impact on popularizing science and inspiring a new generation of scientists. His most famous work is "Astrophysics for People in a Hurry", which distills the complexities of the universe into a concise and engaging read.