Astronomy & Space Science

Bill Bryson has been an enormously popular author both for his travel books and for his books on the English language. Now, this beloved comic genius turns his attention to science...

How do we fit within the universe? How does the universe fit within us? There's no better guide through these questions than astrophysicist and best-selling author Neil deGrasse Tyson....

Cosmos is one of the bestselling science books of all time. In clear-eyed prose, Sagan reveals a jewel-like blue world inhabited by a life form that is just beginning to discover its own identity and to venture into the vast ocean of space....

From the New York Times bestselling author of Midnight in Chernobyl comes the definitive, dramatic, minute-by-minute story of the Challenger disaster, based on fascinating in-depth reporting and new archival research—a riveting history that flows like a thriller.

This landmark book is for those of us who prefer words to equations; this is the story of the ultimate quest for knowledge, the ongoing search for the secrets at the heart of time and space....

The author of the best seller The Beginning of Infinity, David Deutsch, explores the four most fundamental strands of human knowledge: quantum physics, and the theories of knowledge, computation, and evolution - and their unexpected connections....

Get the untold story of the team of game-changers, led by a well-known billionaire, who are sending NASA astronauts to space—and just might carry the human race to Mars.

How can we make intelligent decisions about our increasingly technology-driven lives if we don’t understand the difference between the myths of pseudoscience and the testable hypotheses of science? Find out....

In this grand poetic vision of the universe, Lawrence Krauss tells the dramatic story of the discovery of the hidden world that underlies reality - and our place within it. Reality is not what you think or sense - it’s weird, wild, and counterintuitive....

The phenomenal true story of the Black female mathematicians at NASA whose calculations helped fuel some of America's greatest achievements in space....

From the development of the U-2 to the Stealth fighter, the never-before-told story behind America's high-stakes quest to dominate the skies....

An intriguing new scientific theory that explains what life is and how it emerges....

An astonishing exploration of planet formation and the origins of life by one of the world’s most innovative planetary geologists....

A concise, elegant exploration of time from the author of the international best seller, Seven Brief Lessons on Physics....

In a rare blend of scientific insight and writing as elegant as the theories it explains, Brian Greene, one of the world's leading string theorists, peels away the layers of mystery surrounding string theory to reveal a universe that consists of 11 dimensions....

The most trusted explainer of the most mind-boggling concepts pulls back the veil of mystery that has too long cloaked the most valuable building blocks of modern science....

Listeners learn the difference between how the world works at the quantum level, the cosmic level, and the human level - and then how each connects to the other....

Stephen Hawking not only unraveled some of the universe's greatest mysteries but also believed science plays a critical role in fixing problems here on Earth. Now, as we face immense challenges on our planet, he turns his attention to the most urgent issues facing us ....

For decades, beloved astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson has interpreted science with a combination of brainpower and charm that resonates with fans everywhere. This pioneering, provocative audiobook brings together the best of StarTalk....

"It doesn't take an Einstein to understand modern physics," says Professor Wolfson at the outset of these twenty-four lectures....

An Air Force major is ordered to approach a brilliant UFO in his Phantom jet over Tehran....

A captivating exploration of deep time and humanity's search for purpose from the world-renowned physicist and best-selling author of The Elegant Universe....

In Cosmos, the late astronomer Carl Sagan cast his gaze over the magnificent mystery of the Universe and made it accessible to millions of people....

Chasing the Sun analyzes all aspects of our relationship to the sun. The fascinating stories, innovative science, and unique perspectives in this book make it clear that the ancients were right to put the sun at the center of our world....

"The Universal One" by Walter Russell is an ambitious and comprehensive work that endeavors to blend the realms of science, philosophy, and spirituality into a singular, cohesive theory of the universe.

Are We Alone In The Universe? The Search for Extraterrestrial Life Begin a cosmic journey that will challenge everything you thought you knew about life in the universe. Are we truly alone, or are we on the brink of the most extraordinary discovery in human history? In "Are We Alone In The Universe?", you'll dive deep into the cutting-edge science, fascinating history, and mind-bending possibilities of humanity's quest to find life beyond Earth. From the icy moons of our solar system to distant exoplanets, this book takes you on a thrilling expedition to the frontiers of astrobiology and ...

The eBook on solar flares explores one of the most powerful and fascinating phenomena in our solar system. Solar flares, sudden and intense bursts of radiation from the Sun, have significant impacts on Earth's technological systems and human activities. Beginning with an in-depth explanation of what solar flares are and how they form, the eBook dives into the various types, characteristics, and features that define these solar eruptions. It highlights historical events such as the 1859 Carrington Event and modern solar flares like those in 2017, analyzing their effects on society, ...

Step into the world of ancient Alexandria, where one woman’s intellect shone brighter than the brightest stars in the sky. Hypatia of Alexandria for Beginners uncovers the life of a philosopher, mathematician, and martyr whose ideas transcended the boundaries of her time and continue to influence us today. This is not just a history book; it's a gateway to understanding the power of knowledge, reason, and the unyielding human spirit. Explore the life of a true trailblazer. Hypatia wasn't just a scholar; she was a pioneer in fields dominated by men. Her work in mathematics and astronomy ...

Imagine unlocking the secrets of the universe by delving into the mind of the man who started it all. Thales of Miletus for Beginners: Understanding the Father of Western Philosophy takes you on a journey through time, straight to the origins of rational thought. This isn’t just another history book—it's your gateway to understanding the ideas that shaped the world. Curious about how one man laid the foundation for both philosophy and science? Discover the groundbreaking insights of Thales, the first philosopher to explain the world through reason rather than mythology. In this ...

Unlock the profound wisdom of Islamic philosophy with Mulla Sadra for Beginners: A Journey Into Islamic Metaphysics. This book is your gateway to the mind of one of the greatest thinkers in the history of Islamic thought, offering insights that resonate far beyond the confines of academia. Discover the Genius of Mulla Sadra: Venture into the intellectual world of Mulla Sadra, where philosophy, mysticism, and science converge. His groundbreaking ideas on existence, the soul, and the nature of reality will challenge and expand your understanding of the world. Engage with Ideas that Matter: In...