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The Secret Life of the Universe

An Astrobiologist's Search for the Origins and Frontiers of Life

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The Secret Life of the Universe

Von: Nathalie A. Cabrol
Gesprochen von: Cassandra Campbell
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 ‘A highly readable, entertaining and mind-expanding read from a formidable scientist’
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How did life begin on Earth? Could it exist on other planets? Or are we alone in the universe?

In recent years, incredible breakthroughs have revolutionised our understanding of the cosmos. New discoveries include the existence of millions of exoplanets, many of which could be a potential habitat for extraterrestrial life. Nathalie A. Cabrol, celebrated astrobiologist and director of the Carl Sagan Center at the SETI Institute, is the perfect guide to this golden age of astronomy.

The Secret Life of the Universe starts with the beginning of life on our own planet, before embarking on an exhilarating tour of the Solar System and beyond. This dazzling book explores the conditions and habitats where life may be found, and searches for answers to questions that have preoccupied humankind for centuries.

‘A mind-altering and exhilarating read’
Helen Macdonald, author of H is for Hawk

‘An enthralling read . . . it’s sure to captivate readers from start to finish’
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This book takes you on a journey first through the solar system and then through what we've so far discovered in our galaxy when it comes to the possibility of habitability. I especially appreciated insights on many of the rather smaller objects in the solar system, especially the moons, as I had come across such depictions only via so called Hard Science Fiction before I read this book.
The contact paradox is of course, as of now, not only a scientific but - possibly ultimately - a philosophical question. And that's the only major weakness I found in this book: The reflection on philosophical implications is shallow. Nevertheless, I very much enjoyed the book for what it is.

Interesting exploration of Earth's neighbourhood

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