Alien universe : extraterrestrial life in our minds and in the cosmos / Don Lincoln.

  • Lincoln, Don.
Date:
2013
  • Books

About this work

Description

If extraterrestrials exist, where are they? What is the probability that somewhere out there in the universe an Earth-like planet supports an advanced culture? Why do so many people claim to have encountered Aliens? In this gripping exploration, scientist Don Lincoln exposes and explains the truths about the belief in and the search for life on other planets. Whether you are drawn to the psychological belief in Aliens, the history of our interest in life on other planets, or the scientific possibility of Alien existence, Alien Universe is sure to hold you spellbound.

Publication/Creation

Baltimore : The Johns Hopkins University Press, 2013.

Physical description

viii, 194 pages ; 24 cm

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Bibliographic information

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents

The question -- Beginnings -- Encounters -- Fictions -- Blockbusters -- Interlude -- Life-forms -- Elements -- Neighbors -- The visitors.

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  • LocationStatus
    History of Medicine
    AJC.PX
    Open shelves

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ISBN

  • 9781421410722
  • 1421410729