Death by Black Hole

"One of today\'s best popularizers of science." -- Kirkus
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Loyal readers of the monthly "Universe" essays in Natural
History magazine have long recognized Neil deGrasse Tyson\'s talent
for guiding them through the mysteries of the cosmos with stunning
clarity and childlike enthusiasm. Here Tyson compiles his favorite
essays across a myriad of cosmic topics. The title essay introduces
readers to the physics of black holes by explaining just what would
happen to your body if you fell into one, while "Hollywood Nights"
assails Hollywood\'s feeble efforts to get its night skies right.
Tyson is the world\'s best-known astrophysicist, and he\'s at his
best here, as a natural teacher who simplifies the complexities of
astrophysics while sharing his infectious excitement for our
universe.