Lonely Planets - by David Grinspoon (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>It's been nearly four decades since Carl Sagan first addressed the general public from a scientist's perspective, confronting the possibility of extraterrestrial life. David Grinspoon, a planetary scientist who has helped to shape modern planetary exploration, brings the subject to a new generation of readers with his reflections on the most recent developments in astrobiology, including NASA's search for life on Mars. In <em>Lonely Planets</em>, he investigates the big questions: How widespread are life and intelligence in the cosmos? Is life on Earth an accident or in some sense the purpose of this universe? And how can we, working from the Earth-centric definition of life, even begin to think about the varieties of life-forms on other planets?</p><p>Using the topic of extraterrestrial life as a mirror with which to view human beliefs, evolution, history, and aspirations, Grinspoon provides an authoritative scientific narrative of cosmic evolution, along with provocative ruminations on how we fit into the story of the universe. An accessible, lively blend of science, history, philosophy, and personal narrative, <em>Lonely Planets</em> reveals how the search for extraterrestrial life unites our spiritual and scientific quests for connection with the cosmos.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"A personable chat on life, the universe and everything."--<em>Publishers Weekly</em><br><br>"[A] terrific book."--San Diego Union-Tribune<br><br>"An easy to read, thought-provoking look at humanity's unending fascination with extraterrestrial life."--Gannett News Service<br><br>"Entertaining and though-provoking.... A masterful synthesis of the history, science, philosophy, and even theological implications of extraterrestrial life."--Science<br><br>"In his low-key, conversational language, Grinspoon asks provocative questions about modern science's unyielding rigidities."--Entertainment Weekly<br><br>"Lonely Planets is an outstanding introduction to cosmic evolution."--San Jose Mercury News<br><br>"Superb.... Grinspoon has succeeded marvelously at producing a comprehensive, enjoyable overview of astrobiology."--Astronomy<br><br>"The best look at this subject since Carl Sagan's Cosmic Connection."--Kirkus Reviews (starred review )<br><br>"The best, most entertaining examination of the possibility of other life in the universe since Sagan's best work."--Boulder Daily Camera<br>
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