Don't Know Much About the Universe

Abridged
Author: Kenneth C. Davis
Narrator: Oliver Wyman
Genres: Science & Technology, Astronomy
Publisher: Random House (Audio)
Date: September 2001
Length: 6 hours
Ratings:
  • Book Rating: 3/5
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  • CD

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Overview

From the ancients who charted the stars, to Jules Verne and Flash Gordon, to The X-Files, Apollo 13, and Armageddon, people around the world have long been intrigued with the heavens and outer space. DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT THE UNIVERSE, the fifth title in this bestselling series, uses the now-familiar and popular question-and-answer format to inform and entertain listeners by examining a subject that has inspired the greatest of fascinations, produced many popular misconceptions, and, ultimately, helped to shape the course of history. Like other books in the series, DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT THE UNIVERSE integrates diverse subjects and ideas, touching on everything from Geography to Cosmic Theology to the impact of the Space Race on American history.

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by Anonymous
  • Book Rating: 4/5

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  • Book Rating: 1/5

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Not that bad...

Written by Anonymous on May 2nd, 2008

  • Book Rating: 4/5

After listening to 2 of Stephan Hawkins' books, this one was a great summary and review for the every day person. Easy to listen to, easy to understand...I enjoyed it!

Don't Know Much About the Universe [abr]

Written by Anonymous from Los Angeles, CA on August 11th, 2005

  • Book Rating: 1/5

Pretty bad!!! For example, he lists distance for each planet to the sun both in miles and km. I am not sure who want to hear this for all nine planets! This is a major disappointment. Recommend Bill Bryson's Short History of Nearly Everything, instead.

Awful

Written by Anonymous on June 24th, 2005

  • Book Rating: 1/5

This is good only if you suffer from insomnia. Not good for keeping you awake while driving. Dry and monotone speaker. I listened for about 30 minutes, then tucked it back in it's blue box and sent it on it's merry way.

Tedious

Written by Anonymous from Saskaoon, SK on October 28th, 2004

  • Book Rating: 1/5

In the introduction the author complains about the dullness of school science class then proceeds with a book that is equally as dull. It might be more interesting if you know absolutely nothing about the solar system or the history of astronomy, but I doubt it. A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson is much more entertaining. Note: I have not tried the abridged version from simply audio books. I have read the book and listen to the almost 20 hour long unabridged version.

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by Anonymous
  • Book Rating: 4/5

Don't Know Much About the Universe [abr]

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  • Book Rating: 1/5

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