Coming of Age in the Milky Way (edit title)

Timothy Gray approved Pequeño saltamontes’s request to combine 6 books, including Coming of Age in the Milky Way, Monday, November 23 2009.

Pequeño saltamontes submitted a request to combine 6 books, including Coming of Age in the Milky Way, Monday, November 23 2009.

Shelfari edited the description of Coming of Age in the Milky Way Saturday, August 1 2009.

• From the second-century celestial models of Ptolemy to modern-day research institutes and quantum theory, this classic book offers a breathtaking tour of astronomy and the brilliant, eccentric personalities who have shaped it. From the first time mankind had an inkling of the vast space that surrounds us, those who study the universe have had to struggle against political and religious preconceptions. They have included some of the most charismatic, courageous, and idiosyncratic thinkers of all time. In Coming of Age in the Milky Way, Timothy Ferris uses his unique blend of rigorous research and captivating narrative skill to draw us into the lives and minds of these extraordinary figures, creating a landmark work of scientific history.

Shelfari edited the contributors of Coming of Age in the Milky Way Thursday, July 23 2009.

• Added a contributor: Timothy Ferris: (Primary Author)

Shelfari edited the first sentence of Coming of Age in the Milky Way Thursday, July 16 2009.

• The skies of our ancestors hung low overhead.