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📘 The universe in your hand by Christophe Galfard

In *The Universe in Your Hand*, astrophysicist and author Christophe Galfard translates complex concepts of cosmology and quantum mechanics into engaging, accessible prose. By inviting readers to imagine themselves floating beside a dying star or shrinking to atomic scale, he turns abstract theories into vivid, memorable experiences. The book blends clear explanations with imaginative storytelling, making science both entertaining and enlightening for a broad audience.

First publish date: 2001

Genre: Science/Astronomy

Authors: Christophe Galfard

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