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....

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....

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....

Welcome to the Universe is a personal guided tour of the cosmos by three of today's leading astrophysicists....

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.

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....

Two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize David McCullough tells the dramatic story behind the story about the courageous brothers who taught the world how to fly....

Most military thinkers in the years leading up to World War II saw the airplane as an afterthought. But a small band of idealistic strategists had a different view. Malcolm Gladwell reexamines moments from the past and asks whether we got it right the first time....

John Strausbaugh takes us behind the Iron Curtain in this witty, deeply researched history of the surprisingly ramshackle Soviet space program, and how its success was more spin than science....

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of Astrophysics for People in a Hurry takes listeners on an entertaining and edifying tour of the 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....

"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.

From one of the most dynamic rising stars in astrophysics, an “engrossing, elegant” (The New York Times) look at five ways the universe could end, and the mind-blowing lessons each scenario reveals about the most important concepts in cosmology....

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....

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....

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

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....

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 James Webb Space Telescope is transforming the universe right before our eyes—and here, for the first time, is the inside account of how the mission originated, how it performs its miracles of science, and what its revolutionary images are revealing.

This playful, entertaining, and mind-bending introduction to modern physics briskly explains Einstein's general relativity, quantum mechanics, elementary particles, gravity, black holes, the complex architecture of the Universe, and the role humans play in this weird and wonderful world....

In August 1968 NASA made a bold decision: In just 16 weeks, the United States would launch humankind's first flight to the moon....

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.

Albert Einstein was pursuing a dream far more ambitious than the theory of relativity. He was trying to find an equation that explained all physical reality - a theory of everything. Experimental physicist and award-winning educator Dr. Don Lincoln takes you on this exciting journey....

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 ....

The universe is a vast, mysterious, and incredibly cool place. It’s filled with things so strange and wonderful they can make your head spin. From the tiniest particles buzzing around beneath the surface of reality to the largest structures stretching across billions of light-years, the cosmos is packed with surprises. And the more we learn, the more we realize just how much we don’t know. When you glance up at the night sky, you’re not just looking at stars. You’re peering into the deep past, through millions or even billions of years.

In 1919, in Newfoundland, four teams of aviators came from Britain to compete in "the Big Hop": an audacious race to be the first to fly, nonstop, across the Atlantic Ocean. One pair of competitors was forced to abandon the journey halfway, and two pairs never made it into the air. Only one team, after a death-defying sixteen-hour flight, made it to Ireland.

In 1869, the Atlantic Monthly magazine published a new novella in serial form. This bizarre tale, The Brick Moon, was written by a historian (and Unitarian minister) named Edward Everett Hale, who had already written several well-received novels and articles. However, this was something completely different today, as it was in the genre of what is today considered science fiction. Many people compared the new work to the previous novels of French writer Jules Verne, including From the Earth to the Moon, but Hale’s work was presented as a genuine account of a previous experiment.

This is a theoretical physicist's grand tour of how life emerged on Earth and, perhaps most importantly, how human civilization will begin expanding beyond our home planet. According to Dr. Adriana Marais, living on more than one planet is an inevitability of becoming a more advanced society, but the process of getting there will provide us with the essential tools for better stewardship of our own. Humanity has always looked up at the night sky and wondered what lies beyond our world.

Unlock the cosmic symphony of the universe with DIY Radio Astronomy, a captivating journey into the world of radio waves and celestial exploration, right from your own backyard. This comprehensive guide invites curious minds and aspiring astronomers to bridge the gap between hobby and science, making the vast universe just a bit more accessible. Begin your journey with a compelling introduction to the secrets that the universe holds and the pivotal role radio waves play in unveiling these mysteries. Delve into the fundamentals of radio telescopes and discover how these remarkable ...

Unlock the universe's mysteries with "Advanced Data Visualization," an illuminating dive into the world of radio astronomy data. This comprehensive guide takes you on a journey from understanding the basics of radio signals to mastering the art of advanced data visualization techniques. Discover the fundamental principles that make visualization effective, learn to wield the power of color theory, and identify the key elements that transform data into compelling visuals. Explore a wide array of tools designed specifically for astronomy, whether you prefer ready-made solutions or custom-...

Embark on an exhilarating journey through the cosmos with The Basics of SETI, a captivating eBook that explores the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. This guide invites readers to explore the universe's greatest mystery Are we alone? Beginning with humankind's timeless fascination with the stars, it delves into the motives that drive our quest for cosmic companionship. Travel back in time to the audacious dreams and early speculations that laid the groundwork for SETI, and trace the evolution of groundbreaking radio and optical technologies that allow us to peer into the ...

Unlock the mysteries of the universe with "Antenna Design for Radio Astronomy," a comprehensive exploration of one of the most crucial tools in the quest to understand our cosmic environment. Dive deep into the world of radio astronomy antennas with this expertly crafted guide, designed to illuminate both the foundational and advanced concepts necessary for anyone passionate about capturing the whispers of the cosmos. Begin your journey with an introduction that sets the stage for antenna importance through historical milestones in radio astronomy. Delve into the essential theories that ...

Unlock the mysteries of the universe with "Tuning Into the Cosmic Unknown," your gateway to the fascinating world of SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) and RTL-SDR (Software-Defined Radio). This riveting guide is designed to take you from the basics of radio technology to the thrilling pursuit of decoding signals from distant galaxies. Begin with an introduction to the captivating quest of SETI, exploring how RTL-SDR technology can be a powerful tool in this scientific odyssey. Dive deep into the nuts and bolts of RTL-SDR hardware, software setup, and navigating the ...

Unlock the secrets of the universe with "Listening to the Cosmos," an enthralling journey into the captivating world of radio astronomy. This eBook takes you to the frontiers of space exploration, revealing the invisible symphony of the cosmos. Embark on a historical adventure in Chapter 1 as it explores the dawn of radio astronomy, where pioneers crafted giant ears to listen to the stars. Chapter 2 unravels the mysteries of radio waves, diving into the fascinating dynamics of frequency and wavelength, the key elements that help decode the universe's messages. Discover the groundbreaking ...