Critiques et Commentaires

Worlds without end is an inspiring look at the vast array of potentially habitable worlds out in the cosmos. The book provides a detailed account of how we identify exo planets, how we might detect life and techno signatures, and the potential implications of those discoveries. What was a pleasant surprise in the later chapters of the book is an optimistic overview of the current state of space exploration and where we might be heading as a space faring species.

Everyone should read this book! While not claiming to be prophetic the trends Harari identified in 2016 resonate more than ever in 2021. (The act of writing this review alone supporting the thoughts he outlines so well in the final chapter!) He deliberately avoids drawing firm conclusions while encouraging the reader to examine the "why" behind so much of how we operate as a species.

A highly detailed account of the Orion project. Consisting primarily of letters and interviews from the scientists directly George Dyson stitches them together to create a fascinating read.

A fascinating read that encourages the reader to consider more than anything else the implications of discovering evidence of first contact. Avi Loeb makes it clear that while we can't be certain Oumuamua is evidence of extraterrestrial intelligence, the hypothesis is no less outlandish than the natural explanations offered so far. Above all else he makes the case that seriously considering the possibility of alien origins is not only reasonable but preferable when considering the long term impact of the science it could create.

I'm still skeptical that Oumuamua is evidence for ET, but completely convinced we should invest in the means to know for sure next time we have an interstellar visitor.

A brilliant narrative on the likely origins of life the universe and everything, as we follow the story of a hypothetical Oxygen atom.

As easy to digest as anything I've read by Sagan and NDGT