Our Cosmic Future
Humanity's Fate in the Universe
Published on 13. April 2000
Book
Hardback
300 pages
978-0-521-77098-9 (ISBN)
Description
Shall we return to the Moon? Could we colonise Mars, and other planets in our solar system? How might we travel to the distant stars, in our own Galaxy and beyond? Why haven't we yet met an extraterrestrial civilisation? How can we avoid the various cosmic threats, such as asteroid collisions? Could we escape the remote but certain death of our Sun? What is the ultimate fate of the Universe itself? This captivating and unprecedented book is about the future of the human race in the Universe, for the centuries, millennia and eons to come. It is not an account of 'what will happen', but of 'what could happen', in the light of our current knowledge, scientists' speculations, and their philosophical and social implications. Drawing also on historical accounts and classic works of science fiction, it artfully displays a gripping preview of Our Cosmic Future.
Reviews / Votes
'This book is a delight to read and ... a valuable addition to the scientific literature at a popular level ... a one-of-a-kind book.' Armand Delsemme, University of Toledo Ohio and author of Our Cosmic Origins 'I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Prantzo has presented us with an exciting view of humanity's cosmic venture ... Bravo!' Ben Finney, University of Hawaii 'How many scientists let free their imagination and tease the muse of writing? Prantzos is without a doubt one of the most promising ...' Le Monde 'This is one of the most original books in recent years: a guide to the future in the light of recent advances in astronomy.' Science et Vie '... an excellent overview of humanity's possibilities in space, and it should be enjoyable to anyone with an interest in the topic.' Jeff Minerd, The Futurist 'This a very interesting and informative book.' Peter D. Mata, Spaceflight 'This captivating and unprecedented book is about the future of the human race in the Universe ... artfully displays a gripping preview of Our Cosmic Future.' Europe & AstronomyMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Cambridge
United Kingdom
Illustrations
3 Tables, unspecified; 28 Halftones, unspecified; 16 Line drawings, unspecified
Dimensions
Height: 237 mm
Width: 162 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
755 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-521-77098-9 (9780521770989)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Content
Acknowledgements; Foreword; Introduction; 1. Near futures; 2. Route to the stars; 3. Star makers; 4. Ultimate futures; Bibliography; Index.