Astronomy & Space Science

The essential universe, from our most celebrated and beloved astrophysicist. What is the nature of space and time? How do we fit within the universe? How does the universe fit within us? There’s no better guide through these mind-expanding questions than acclaimed astrophysicist and...

RETURNING TO TELEVISION AS AN ALL-NEW MINISERIES ON FOX 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...

Alan Joyce is no ordinary businessman. Running Australia's national carrier as Qantas CEO, he has been in the spotlight from all sides – media, politicians, unions and the nationalistic Australian public.

Top ten Sunday Times Bestseller ‘Engaging, ambitious and creative’ Guardian Where are we? Are we alone? Who are we? Why are we here? What is our future? Human Universe tackles some of the greatest questions that humans have asked to try and understand the very nature of ourselves and the...

The #1 New York Times bestseller from David McCullough, two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize—the dramatic story-behind-the-story about the courageous brothers who taught the world how to fly—Wilbur and Orville Wright. On a winter day in 1903, in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, two...

A bold and all-embracing exploration of the nature and progress of knowledge from one of today's great thinkers. Throughout history, mankind has struggled to understand life's mysteries, from the mundane to the seemingly miraculous. In this important new book, David Deutsch, an award-winning...

Sunday Times Bestseller A breathtaking and beautiful exploration of our planet, this groundbreaking book accompanies the BBC One TV series, providing the deepest answers to the simplest questions. How did life on Earth begin? What is the nature of space and time? What are the chances that we...

Every night, above our heads, a drama of epic proportions is playing out. Diamond planets, zombie stars, black holes heavier than a billion Suns. The cast of characters is extraordinary, and each one has its own incredible story to tell. We once thought of our Earth as unique, but we have now...

My Big TOE: Awakening, written by a nuclear physicist in the language of contemporary culture, unifies science and philosophy, physics and metaphysics, mind and matter....

The fate of the Lost Ark of the Covenant is one of the great historical mysteries of all time. To believers, the Ark is the legendary vessel holding the stone tablets of the Ten Commandments. The Bible contains hundreds of references to the Ark's power to level mountains, destroy armies, and lay...

Gene Kranz was present at the creation of America's manned space program and was a key player in it for three decades. As a flight director in NASA's Mission Control, Kranz witnessed firsthand the making of history. He participated in the space program from the early days of the Mercury program...

How did a single "genesis event" create billions of galaxies, black holes, stars, and planets? How did atoms assemble - here on earth, and perhaps on other worlds - into living beings intricate enough to ponder their origins? What fundamental laws govern our universe? This audiobook describes...

“A book wonderful to read and startling to contemplate....both the history of science and the reinterpretation of myths have been enriched immensely.”―Washington Post A seminal work of scientific and philosophical exploration. Ever since the Greeks coined the language we commonly use for...

Now revised and updated--John Lennox's acclaimed method of reading and interpreting the first chapters of Genesis without discounting either science or Scripture. What did the writer of Genesis mean by "the first day?" Are the seven days in Genesis 1 a literal week or a series of time periods?...

Apollo is the behind-the-scenes story of an epic achievement. Based on exhaustive research that included many exclusive interviews, Apollo tells how America went from a standing start to a landing on the moon at a speed that now seems impossible. It describes the unprecedented engineering...

Stand upon the threshold of a new era of human consciousness and embark on an extraordinary odyssey into the realms of walk-ins, starseeds, and hybrids. In this groundbreaking book, reimagine the complexity of the human experience and navigate where certainty and the cosmic merge. Confront...

My Big TOE, written by a nuclear physicist in the language of contemporary culture, unifies science and philosophy, physics and metaphysics, mind and matter, purpose and meaning, the normal and the paranormal....

Join us on a journey through how we understand the universe, from its most basic particles and forces to planets, stars, and galaxies, and back through cosmic history to the birth of the cosmos....

A brilliant and breathtakingly vivid tour of the universe, describing the physics of the dangerous, the deadly, and the scary in the cosmos So you’ve fallen in love with space and now you want to see it for yourself, huh? You want to witness the birth of a star, or visit the black hole at the...

From award-winning physicist, public intellectual, and the bestselling author of A Universe from Nothing Lawrence Krauss, comes “a masterful blend of history, modern physics, and cosmic perspective that empowers the reader to not only embrace our understanding of the universe, but also revel...

*An instant New York Times Bestseller* *Publishers Weekly #1 Most Anticipated Science Book of Spring 2016* "You will be enthralled." — Wall Street Journal "A tour de force." — Salon.com Already internationally acclaimed for his elegant, lucid writing on the most challenging notions in modern...

In this audiobook, astrophysicist Joshua Winn provides an accessible introduction to exoplanets and explains the cutting-edge science behind recent discoveries....

The story of the most exciting and challenging years in spaceflight, with two superpowers engaged in a titanic struggle to land one of their own people on the moon....

"FASCINATING . . . MEMORABLE . . . REVEALING . . . PERHAPS THE BEST OF CARL SAGAN''S BOOKS." --The Washington Post Book World (front page review) 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...

In midwinter, Matariki rises in the pre-dawn sky, and its observation is celebrated with incantations on hilltops at dawn, balls, exhibitions, dinners and a vast number of events.

A radical new vision of reality from one of the great minds of our time, mapping a watershed moment in both physics and philosophy. “Carlo Rovelli is the best thinker out there articulating physics, philosophy, and literature. There simply are no scientists of his caliber who also are...

The Ptolemaic system of the universe, with the earth at the center, had held sway since antiquity as authoritative in philosophy, science, and church teaching. Following his observations of the heavenly bodies, Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543) abandoned the geocentric system for a heliocentric...

Bloomsbury presents… How to Design a Universe: The Science of Real and Virtual Worlds Written and read by Professor Catherine Heymans Could we be living in a computer simulation? How would we even know? In How to Design a Universe, acclaimed astrophysicist Catherine Heymans takes you on a...

A microscopic worm has 959 cells. The Milky Way galaxy contains roughly the same number of stellar nursery cavities. The two are separated by twenty-four orders of magnitude in size—yet their proportions match almost exactly. This is not the only such pair. From protons to stars, from bacteria to galactic structures, from cities to the cosmic web, the same organizational pattern keeps repeating across forty-two orders of magnitude. A 200,000-trial statistical test of seven such pairings returned p = 0.000055—odds of about 1 in 18,000.

What if reality is far stranger than you've ever imagined? What if the world around you is not exactly what it appears to be? From recurring patterns in nature to the mysteries of consciousness, countless questions continue to challenge our understanding of existence.

Master the practical mathematics and ancient history that transformed wild landscapes into awe-inspiring monuments. Perfect for a focused commute, this grounding audio journey explores how simple ropes and stakes solved the immense survival problems of early farmers, surveyors, and builders...

Transform tech anxiety into aerial mastery with this beginner guide to flying civilian drones and quadcopters. Perfect for weekend hobbyists and tech-curious parents, this practical walkthrough replaces confusion with rock-solid confidence. Whether listening on your commute or prepping for a...

Unravel the ultimate astrophysics mystery and explore the invisible forces shaping our cosmos without complex math. Whether you are seeking a mind-bending popular science companion for your daily commute or looking to satisfy your deep curiosity about the universe, this guided audio journey...

Trace the awe-inspiring history of astronomy, from ancient stargazing to the frontiers of modern deep space exploration. Perfect for a relaxing evening listen or an educational commute, this accessible science journey skips the complex math. Instead, it focuses on the profound wonder that drove...

Launch curious kids on a thrilling STEM adventure through the solar system to explore massive space rocks and craters. Whether you need a playful educational listen for a family road trip or captivating science facts to calm busy minds, this awe-inspiring guide turns complex astronomy into pure...

Unlock the secrets of space with a guided astronomy journey that transforms complex astrophysics into pure cosmic wonder. Designed for curious minds seeking screen-free education during a daily commute or a relaxing evening, this immersive experience requires absolutely no prior science...

Uncover the invisible space technology shaping our daily lives with this jargon-free astronomy and engineering guide. Perfect for an educational commute, this awe-inspiring journey demystifies the complex orbital mechanics circling above our heads. Transform your evening walk into an...

Unlock cosmic secrets by exploring the icy wanderers that hold the true origins of our solar system. Whether you are unwinding on an evening commute or gazing up at a clear night sky, this awe-inspiring journey translates deep space mysteries into an approachable adventure for curious minds...

Transform the scattered, confusing night sky into a familiar map of constellations with this calming astronomy guide. Whether you are unwinding in your backyard after a chaotic workday or seeking peaceful mindfulness on a weekend camping trip, gazing upward becomes an immersive, relaxing escape...

Unlock the tranquil beauty of naked-eye astronomy and transform your dark backyard into a breathtaking cosmic map. Whether you are unwinding after a demanding day or enjoying a quiet evening walk, this gentle audio guide turns casual curiosity into confident stargazing. Leave complex formulas...

Master backyard astronomy and transform your confusing view of the cosmos into a confident stargazing adventure. Step away from the exhausting glare of modern screens and find relaxing evening peace simply by looking upward. Whether you are seeking a quiet outdoor hobby or a moment of calm...

Explore the awe-inspiring astronomy of our solar system's largest planet and satisfy your craving for cosmic discovery. Perfect for your daily commute or a relaxing evening of stargazing, this immersive audio experience transforms complex space science into an accessible, wondrous adventure. Let...

Transform your evening stargazing with this beginner astronomy guide that unlocks our solar system's greatest secrets. Perfect for a relaxing commute or a peaceful night under the stars, this awe-inspiring listen translates complex cosmic mechanics into intuitive, everyday stories. Reconnect...

Unlock the awe-inspiring astronomy of stellar evolution and discover how glowing cosmic gas shapes the universe itself. Whether you are winding down for sleep or fueling your daily commute with curious astrophysics, this wondrous journey transforms complex science into a relaxing, highly visual...

Journey through the awe-inspiring life cycle of stars and witness the titanic supernovas that forge our universe. Whether you are seeking an enriching escape during your morning commute or unwinding beneath the night sky, this friendly exploration demystifies deep space. Complex astrophysics...

Master the basics of space exploration and rocket science in this accessible, awe-inspiring journey for curious minds. Perfect for your daily commute or an evening of stargazing, this engaging science guide transforms complex aerospace engineering into simple, fascinating concepts. Feel the...

Explore the extreme environment of our solar system's smallest planet in this accessible astronomy guide. Perfect for an awe-inspiring commute, this fascinating journey transforms a distant point of light into a richly detailed rocky world. Feel your curiosity ignite as you navigate blistering...

Explore the awe-inspiring mysteries of outer space and decode our toxic sister planet without complex astrophysics. Perfect for a brain-building commute or a relaxing evening stargazing, this thought-provoking popular science journey transforms dense astronomy into a captivating audio experience...

Master the awe of solar and lunar eclipses with this accessible astronomy guide for curious stargazers. Whether you are unwinding on a daily commute or preparing for a backyard skywatching adventure with family, you can effortlessly transform casual curiosity into confident understanding...

Master the mind-expanding physics of relativity and the cosmos without ever touching a complex math equation. Whether you want an awe-inspiring commute listen or are satisfying your deep curiosity about the universe, this accessible journey translates baffling scientific rules into everyday...