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8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
This No-Nonsense Presentation of the Universe is Fun Nov 11, 2006
By J. Johnston
This exciting version of the whole of time divides time into about 100 eras and gives a one page, wrily factual account of each.
The opposite page of each section, has a thought-provoking commentary on the era.
It is an inviting, easy read suitable for anyone from early teens to ancient.
But, no, it is not trivial. The brief summaries of each era are soundly based on the up-to-date knowledge of 2006- with a clear reminder that science is what we know now and will surely change as time goes by. That is a good lesson for anyone to learn, and this book is an easy way to learn it.
A compulsive book for the dipper-in, there are plenty of pointers to further reading on any age that grabs.
8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
"We are made of stardust... We live in Mystery..." Aug 03, 2006
By Maureen D. Mcgowan
"Maureen McGowan - Writer"
This little book will delight, educate but above all amaze those readers who are fortunate enough to find it. I was attracted by its beautiful cover, its paperback format and attractive size, but even as I picked it up I felt my fear of "science..." - I was totally unprepared for the excitement, the mental and spiritual stimulation the book provides. The holistic, individual-page presentation leads past fear and soon I was completely absorbed, savoring the quality of the writing itself, and fascinated by the story of "all of time."
The book is a page-turner that can be read at a sitting, as a seamless whole - or that can be put down when the baby cries or the telephone rings and perhaps not picked up again for days. Nothing will be lost. There is no sense of disconnection, nor any need to keep in mind all that went before as a prerequisite for understanding. The premise of the book is that there is no disconnection--that our amazing truth is that we are all connected, bit by physical bit, moment by preceding moment, to each other and to the source of all, whatever it is. And the author emphasizes that scientific exploration is not in conflict with religious belief; that there are "both scientists and non-scientists who believe in God, and equally those who don't" (p. 11).
I would recommend that this book be put into the hands of as many high-school-age people as you know, to inspire them to take up the study of science without fear of its being "too hard" - to let them know that, instead, it is a fascinating journey, and one that interweaves with all the other ways in which we seek to enjoy and understand our world, e.g. history / literature / art / environmental and global studies. It would make a great gift for friends of all ages as well. I have enjoyed it immensely, and will keep it near at hand in my reading space, to pick up at any time - on any page - to further my own education. I wish this little book great good fortune as it circulates through time!
7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Big Bang Made Easy Jul 25, 2006
By Robet Bellarmine
I am familiar with almost all the events described in The Big Bang to Now, but I still found it compulsive reading. The author succeeded in weaving the major events of time into a coherent whole that the reader can comprehend. The bookis not overwhelming in detail or scientific jargon or discourse about the latest findings, which might be why I understood more about how our universe is unfolding than before I read it.
Since discovering this book, my list for birthday, graduation, and Christmas gifts has been greatly simplified. I am giving it to anyone old enough to care about our planet or who wonders where we fit into the Great Scheme of things. I can even give it to someone who already has everything. They won't have anything like this yet.
Robert Bellarmine
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
The Story of Time from the Beginning Jun 02, 2006
By Marie Moore, Critic
The author has the voice of a storyteller. The book is an invitation, in an accessible style and format, to further reading and reflection. Each one-page narrative is supported by a page of provocative and imaginative details; for example, the narrative page on "Stone Tools-2.5 million years ago" is complemented by comments on the the nature of the primitive, the need for forethought and the development of the neocortex.
This book combines solid science, a critical view of history, elegant writing and nice humor.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
 Young people should know what happened beyond usual history Jun 01, 2006
By James P. Slovak
"James P Slovak MD"
Thank you for allowing me to review "The Big Bang Until Now".
I have read the book with enthusiasm and interest.
As a psychoanalytic physician who works with children and young people, I have always been intrigued by "how did this all happen."
This book doesn't explain "how" or "why", but it does explain "what" happened.
This book tells children and young people "where" and "when" in a very readable and educational way.
There are so many things not known which "The Big Bang Until Now" organizes.
Because it is easy and understandable, certainly young people as well as their parents, would be enhanced.
I would encourage any good school to become better by providing this text to students who may want to know more.
Congratulations on this work.
James P. Slovak, M.D.
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