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Space

By: Rebecca Smethurst
Narrated by: Rebecca Smethurst
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This book is for anyone who wants to easily understand the mind-blowing fundamentals of our extraordinary, expanding universe.

Written by Oxford astrophysicist Dr Becky Smethurst and composed of 10 captivating, simple essays, it guides you swiftly through the galaxies, explaining the mysteries of black holes, dark matter and what existed before the big bang, presenting the evidence as to whether we really are alone, illuminating what we still don't know and much more besides.

If you have big questions about space, this book will provide you with the answers in an engaging and succinct way.

©2019 Rebecca Smethurst (P)2019 Orion Publishing Group
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Dr Becky explains space

Bringing extraordinarily complex subject matter down to an easily understandable narrative, Dr Becky shares her love for astronomy.

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A great, easy and informative read!

Dr. Becky is just as entertaining here as in her videos! Amazing book and can't wait to read more from her in the future.

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Really enjoyed this book

The Writer is very enthused about astronomy, a great reader and teacher and really expanded my concept and knowledge ability the universe. Hope she has a second book in the works!

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Easy and interesting listen

It was great to hear Becky read this herself. The content was very approachable and easy to digest, like listening to a story. I just wish it was a bit longer!

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Great Read for Anyone Interested in Space & Astrophysics

Interested in the Big Bang? Dark Matter? Gravity? Black Holes? Dr. Becky answers these and other questions for people who want to know about the Universe and it’s components. Brilliantly written in a very easy to understand manner. I have the audio version, and have been listening to it on my commutes and at home. If you’d like to learn more, Dr. Becky has a very active YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYNbYGl89UUowy8oXkipC-Q I highly recommend the book and her channel!! Clear Skies!

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Awesome Book

l loved the book. I enjoyed listening to the book here on Audible. I did have a few times you voice dropped out. Thank you for adding to my knowledge base so I can keep expanding my knowledge even farther. Bless you Dr Becky and thank you again.

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Nice first book - easy to understand

This book is appropriate for anyone interested in space, but appears to be written primarily for those new to the subject. Well written, well told, and thoroughly entertaining. I look forward to her next book, especially if it goes into greater depth on only one or two topics.

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such a nice young lady

I watch Ms. Smethurst 's you tube channel and enjoy her explanations of to me very difficult maths. I appreciate this young ladies enthusiasm and how she makes the effort to simplify a hard subject.

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First book I've listened to/read in years!

An excellent audiobook that is perfect for those who are wanting to get a taste of science broken down in such a way that it completely makes sense but at the same time heavy enough that you actually learn something. I may or may not have stayed 20 minutes after my lunch break to finish listening to the book, don't tell my boss!

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very useful stright to the point book

I loved how the book puts the subject into 10 chapter that were easy to understand and digest.

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