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In **Cosmos**, Carl Sagan weaves the story of science, showing how humanity’s pursuit of knowledge has evolved alongside civilization. He highlights pivotal figures—Democritus, Hypatia, Kepler, Newton, and others—whose ideas shaped modern thought. The book charts the universe’s 15‑billion‑year journey, covering the formation of matter, stars, galaxies, and life, and examines contemporary searches for extraterrestrial intelligence. Sagan also touches on the insights gained from spacecraft missions, ancient libraries, and the human brain, inviting readers to contemplate our place in a cosmos that builds consciousness to wonder about itself.
First publish date: 1980
Genre: Science/Astronomy
Authors: Carl Sagan
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