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“Carl Sagan always used to say that when he was trying to explain something to someone, he would go back to that time when he didn't understand it, and then he would retrace his thought steps so that he could make it absolutely clear, and that's one of the infinite number of things I learned from him.”

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Ann Druyan is an American author born on June 13, 1949. She is known for her passion for astronomy and her profound understanding of cosmic exploration. Druyan's works often explore themes of science, philosophy, and the nature of human existence. more

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