Letters from an Astrophysicist

By: Neil deGrasse Tyson

Narrated by: Neil deGrasse Tyson, Vikas Adam, Piper Goodeve, Allyson Johnson, Nick Sullivan, Gabriel Vaughan, Brandon Rubin, Neil Hellegers, Gabra Zackman, Kevin R. Free, Victor Bevine, Lauren Fortgang

Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins

Publisher's summary

Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson has attracted one of the world’s largest online followings with his fascinating, widely accessible insights into science and our universe. Now, Tyson invites us to go behind the scenes of his public fame by unveiling his candid correspondence with people across the globe who have sought him out in search of answers. In this hand-picked collection of 100 letters, Tyson draws upon cosmic perspectives to address a vast array of questions about science, faith, philosophy, life, and of course, Pluto. His succinct, opinionated, passionate, and often funny responses reflect his popularity and standing as a leading educator.

Tyson’s 2017 best seller Astrophysics for People in a Hurry offered more than one million readers an insightful and accessible understanding of the universe. Now, revealing Tyson’s most candid and heartfelt writing yet, Letters from an Astrophysicist introduces us to a newly personal dimension of Tyson’s quest to understand our place in the cosmos.

The full list of narrators includes Victor Bevine, Gabriel Vaughan, Lauren Fortgang, Neil Hellegers, Kevin Free, Vikas Adam, Nick Sullivan, Gabra Zackman, Allyson Johnson, Brandon Rubin, and Piper Goodeve.

©2019 Neil deGrasse Tyson (P)2019 Audible, Inc.

Fun and interesting

I love the fact that Neil d Tyson made a book on his experience with his fans. They talk about themselves to science and everything in between. It’s refreshing and enlightening. Thank you Neil for another great book. God speed

Excellent read

As a woman of faith and an intense belief in God, I don’t agree with everything he says, but I respect his opinion and admire his assessment coming from a scientific perspective.

Answers to my questions..Amazing!!

I just love it love love it...the precision, the noble way in which he answers each letter but yet with an unexpected discrete punch & truthful statement. His voice is adorable. I love this guys & his entire contribution to the many questionable & unquestionable subjects that one might have. People ask & others dont, perhaphs some like myself might not even know how to ask the question & here is a bright way of getting to those minds like mine. Thank you Neil!

thoughts to keep you awake at work

"nobody is better suited to tell your story than you" - Star Trek's Mark Twain

Suited as an introduction to Neil deGrasse Tyson.

For those of us that are fans of Neil deGrasse. This book gives us a review of his understanding of the universe on a human level based on the scientific proses that we have already come to appreciate. This can serve as an introduction to Tyson for someone just finding him in this world.

Fantastic read. Did you imagine anything less?

As always… Neil educates, inspires and enlightens. Thank you Neil for another incredible read and experience in your own voice.

Really Enjoyed His Perspectives

So good to hear ordered thoughts and responses. I wonder if he would consider doing a homeschool program for kids? Now that would be enlightening.

This guy knows his thing

Listening Mr Tyson is far better than reading his sentences in this book. I really liked his way of reading, it is as if he were constantly disclosing long-held secrets here and there. Even when he is telling the things I already know, it feels like I hear them for the first time. Totally loved it. Recommended for those who would like to turn their commute into something enjoyable.

Wisdom

After you've read this book, you will feel as if you've gained vast knowledge, seeing numerous people's distinct perspectives about the world. Indeed, a 10/10.

Uplifting and enlightening

I am a teacher and wanted to read this over my winter break. It has left me very enlightened and uplifted about teaching astronomy next semester. Neil’s insight into fields of science, education and philosophy are different than most. I find his form of communication easy to follow and uncompromising.
If you are a Homo sapien- you should read this book - keep looking up!