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Alien Earths: The New Science of Planet Hunting in the Cosmos -- Lisa Kaltenegger - Hardcover
Alien Earths: The New Science of Planet Hunting in the Cosmos -- Lisa Kaltenegger - Hardcover
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Highlights
Explore cutting-edge planet hunting science with expert Lisa Kaltenegger, blending astronomy and astrobiology insights.
Dive into fascinating exoplanets like lava worlds and multi-sun systems that challenge our cosmic views.
Learn how Earth's biosphere guides the search for alien life in a fun, accessible way.
Discover how James Webb Space Telescope advances our quest for habitable worlds beyond our solar system.
Enjoy a beautifully bound hardcover perfect for science lovers and curious stargazers alike.
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PublisherSt. Martin's Press
Cover TypeHardcover
AuthorLisa Kaltenegger
Quantity Per Pack1
Year2020
Number Of Pages288
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"In the grand tradition of Carl Sagan and Neil deGrasse Tyson, we now have a new tour guide to the cosmos."―Charles Cockell, Professor of Astrobiology, University of Edinburgh
"Absorbing, informative, and entertaining."―Kirkus (starred)
Riveting and timely, a look at the research that is transforming our understanding of the cosmos in the quest to discover whether we are alone.
For thousands of years, humans have wondered whether we're alone in the cosmos. Now, for the first time, we have the technology to investigate. But once you look for life elsewhere, you realize it is not so simple. How do you find it over cosmic distances? What actually is life?
As founding director of Cornell University's Carl Sagan Institute, astrophysicist Lisa Kaltenegger has built a team of tenacious scientists from many disciplines to create a specialized toolkit to find life on faraway worlds. In Alien Earths, she demonstrates how we can use our homeworld as a Rosetta Stone, creatively analyzing Earth's history and its astonishing biosphere to inform this search. With infectious enthusiasm, she takes us on an eye-opening journey to the unusual exoplanets that have shaken our worldview - planets covered in oceans of lava, lonely wanderers lost in space, and others with more than one sun in their sky! And the best contenders for Alien Earths. We also see the imagined worlds of science fiction and how close they come to reality.
With the James Webb Space Telescope and Dr. Kaltenegger's pioneering work, she shows that we live in an incredible new epoch of exploration. As our witty and knowledgeable tour guide, Dr. Kaltenegger shows how we discover not merely new continents, like the explorers of old, but whole new worlds circling other stars and how we could spot life there. Worlds from where aliens may even be gazing back at us. What if we're not alone?
Author:
Lisa Kaltenegger
Publisher:
St. Martin's Press
Published:
04/16/2024
Pages:
288
Binding Type:
Hardcover
Weight:
0.79lbs
Size:
8.53h 5.74w 1.00d
ISBN:
9781250283634
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews
11/15/2023
Booklist
02/15/2024 pg. 11
Publishers Weekly
02/19/2024
Library Journal
03/01/2024 pg. 119
About the Author Lisa Kaltenegger is the Director of the Carl Sagan Institute to Search for Life in the Cosmos at Cornell and Associate Professor in Astronomy. She is a pioneer and world-leading expert in modeling potential habitable worlds and their detectable spectral fingerprint. Kaltenegger served on the National Science Foundation's Astronomy and Astrophysics Advisory Committee (AAAC), and on NASA senior review of operating missions. She is a Science Team Member of NASA's TESS Mission as well as the NIRISS instrument on James Webb Space Telescope. Kaltenegger was named one of America's Young Innovators by Smithsonian Magazine, an Innovator to Watch by TIME Magazine. She appears in the IMAX 3D movie "The Search for Life in Space" and speaks frequently, including at Aspen Ideas Festival, TED Youth, World Science Festival and the Kavli Foundation lecture at the Adler Planetarium which was live-streamed to six continents.
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Introduction
Ever wondered if we’re truly alone in the vast cosmos? Dive into the thrilling journey of discovery with *Alien Earths: The New Science of Planet Hunting in the Cosmos* by astrophysicist Lisa Kaltenegger. Think of it as your cosmic tour guide, blending the wonder of Carl Sagan with cutting-edge science and a splash of humor. Kaltenegger, director of Cornell’s Carl Sagan Institute, takes you beyond mere stargazing. She unpacks how scientists use Earth as a Rosetta Stone to decode the signs of life on distant exoplanets—some with oceans of lava, others wandering lost in space, and even those orbiting multiple suns. With insights from the James Webb Space Telescope and her pioneering research, this book reveals how we’re entering a new era of exploration, where spotting alien life isn’t just science fiction anymore. This hardcover edition (288 pages) is packed with fascinating stories, scientific breakthroughs, and a fresh perspective on what it means to find life beyond Earth. Whether you're a space enthusiast or just curious about the universe, this book makes complex science accessible and downright entertaining. Inside the box: one hardcover copy of *Alien Earths* ready to inspire your next stargazing session or fuel your cosmic daydreams. Ready to explore worlds where aliens might be looking back at us? Grab your copy and join the quest to answer one of humanity’s oldest questions—are we alone?
Q&A
Who is Lisa Kaltenegger and why is she an expert on this topic?
Lisa Kaltenegger is a leading astrophysicist and director at Cornell's Carl Sagan Institute, specializing in habitable exoplanets and life detection.
Is this book suitable for readers without a science background?
Absolutely! The book explains complex space science in an engaging, easy-to-understand style for all curious readers.
Does the book cover recent space missions?
Yes, it highlights the James Webb Space Telescope and other missions that are revolutionizing planet hunting.
What format does the book come in?
This edition is a durable hardcover, ideal for collectors and readers who love a quality physical book.
What if I’m not satisfied with my purchase?
We offer hassle-free returns to ensure you’re happy with your new cosmic adventure read.
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