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Astrophysics for People in a Hurry
A short, chapter-by-chapter tour of cosmology by astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, covering the Big Bang, dark matter and the nature of the universe. It is aimed at readers who want the main ideas quickly.
Facts last checked 2026-10-17
- First published
- 2017
- Pace
- Fast
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 144
- Format
- Standalone
Read this if you want a quick, readable overview of the universe with no maths.
Skip this if you want depth, detailed explanation or rigorous derivations.
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- What is Astrophysics for People in a Hurry about?
- A short, chapter-by-chapter tour of cosmology by astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, covering the Big Bang, dark matter and the nature of the universe. It is aimed at readers who want the main ideas quickly.
- Who should read Astrophysics for People in a Hurry?
- Read it if you want a quick, readable overview of the universe with no maths. Skip it if you want depth, detailed explanation or rigorous derivations.
- How long and how fast is Astrophysics for People in a Hurry?
- It is a fast-paced, short read of about 144 pages, first published in 2017.
- Does Astrophysics for People in a Hurry have content warnings?
- We have not noted any content warnings for this book yet.
- Can I borrow Astrophysics for People in a Hurry for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Astrophysics for People in a Hurry; the borrow button above searches it for you.
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