He attended Northwestern University, graduating in 1966 with majors in English and communications. Ferris has produced three PBS documentaries: The Creation of the Universe, Life Beyond Earth, and Seeing in the Dark.įerris is a native of Miami, Florida and a graduate of Coral Gables Senior High School. He also wrote The Whole Shebang: A State-of-the-Universe(s) Report (1997), a popular science book on the study of the universe. Timothy Ferris (born August 29, 1944) is an American science writer and the best-selling author of twelve books, including The Science of Liberty (2010) and Coming of Age in the Milky Way (1988), for which he was awarded the American Institute of Physics Prize and was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize.
Klumpke-Roberts Award of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific (1986).This book weighs over one kilogram, and may involve extra shipping charges if posted to some countries. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Category: Science & Technology ISBN: 0370313321. 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. They have included some of the most charismatic, courageous, and idiosyncratic thinkers of all time. 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. 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. This book is currently IN STOCK and would be shipped directly from our Australian address.
All edges clean, neat and free of foxing. Dust Jacket is in as new condition, apart from normal shop shelf wear - contains no tears or chips or other damage. Binding is tight, covers and spine fully intact. Text body is clean, and free from previous owner annotation, underlining and highlighting.
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