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“We will know which stars to visit. Our descendants will then skim the light years, the children of Thales and Aristarchus, Leonardo and Einstein.”

Quote by Carl Sagan

Book:Cosmos
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Cosmos

Cosmos is a book that delves into the vastness of the universe, offering insights into the origins of the cosmos, the nature of stars, galaxies, and black holes, and the impact of space exploration on human understanding. more

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Carl Sagan
Carl Sagan

Carl Sagan was an American astronomer, cosmologist, author, and science communicator, born on November 9, 1934, in Brooklyn, New York. He is renowned for his profound research into the cosmos and his dedication to popularizing science. Sagan proposed numerous theories about the origin of the universe and life, and he made complex scientific knowledge accessible to the public with his unique perspective and clear, engaging writing style. more

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