Isaac Asimov's Guide to Earth and Space

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Summary: 3 generations of the Andersons agreed this is GREAT!
Review: I first read this book at about age 35. Then lent it to my 66-year-old father. Just as was I unable, so, too, was he unable to put it down for more than a meditative moment to complicate Asimov's musings.

After Dad read it I loaned it to my older son, then aged 12. He had the same addiction as Dad and I.

The three of us are not prone to dwell on science, history, or anything of great consequence often, but we still frequently discuss topics first brought to our attention by probably the greatest, and certainly one of the most prolific and diverse writers in history.

I challenge any reader to not contemplate many of the thoughts expressed by Asimov in this fascinating and intriguing book.

Asimov and Hawking were probably the two most intelligent science writers of the 20th Century. Asimov alone, however, also was a skilled writer of history and fiction.

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Summary: Nice Reference Book or for Kids, But...
Review: This is hardly the best Asimov non-fiction out there. For the adult reader, I'd recommend any collection of his SF&F articles. I have this book and I've read most of it (this is coming from someone who's read at least 70 or 80 Asimov books), but I wouldn't strongly recommend it. If you're really interested, try your local library or used bookstore. Save your money for some of Asimov's better works.

Rating:
Summary: Nice Reference Book or for Kids, But...
Review: This is hardly the best Asimov non-fiction out there. For the adult reader, I'd recommend any collection of his SF&F articles. I have this book and I've read most of it (this is coming from someone who's read at least 70 or 80 Asimov books), but I wouldn't strongly recommend it. If you're really interested, try your local library or used bookstore. Save your money for some of Asimov's better works.

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Summary: Required reading.
Review: This is the quick reference handbook for our universe, written in simple and concise language (only 252 pages). It should be required reading in high school. Everyone should possess this knowledge. Read this book and see the big picture.