Neil deGrasse Tyson’s Merlin’s Tour of the Universe is an engaging exploration of cosmic wonders, blending science, humor, and creativity. Through the fictional character Merlin, a wise visitor from the Andromeda Galaxy, Tyson answers popular questions about the universe, covering topics like gravity, light, space, and time. For instance, I learned why black holes are not cosmic vacuums but regions of intense gravity where even light cannot escape, and how the speed of light serves as the ultimate cosmic speed limit. Additionally, I

learned why Earth’s atmosphere scatters blue light, making the sky appear blue. Tyson unpacks the mystery of why we only see one side of the Moon.

This updated edition combines wit, wisdom, and even playful rhymes, along with humorous cartoons and imagined conversations with historical figures like Leonardo da Vinci, Issac Newton, and Albert Einstein. Perfect for curious readers, the book makes complex scientific concepts both accessible and entertaining.

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    I am defintly going to read this book.

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