Book Review — Wonders of the Solar System

Esteban Thilliez
Epicurioso
Published in
2 min readDec 27, 2022

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Quick Summary

Brian Cox, a famous physicist, introduces the planets and moons beyond our world and the most bizarre phenomena we can find in the solar system through a popularized and illustrated science book.

The book covers a wide range of topics, including the formation and evolution of the solar system, the nature of the planets and their moons, and the search for life beyond Earth.

My Thoughts

This book is a fascinating and informative exploration of the wonders of our solar system, written in a clear and engaging style.

One of the standout features of the book is the way it brings the science behind these phenomena to life. Brian Cox is a skilled science communicator, and he does an excellent job of explaining complex concepts in a way that is relatively easy to understand. Even if you have nearly no knowledge of physics you can understand most of the book.

Whether he is discussing the physics of celestial bodies or the search for extraterrestrial life, Cox does a fantastic job of making science accessible and interesting to readers.

Another strength of the book is the way it combines scientific information with personal anecdotes and storytelling. Throughout the book, Cox interweaves his own…

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Esteban Thilliez
Epicurioso

I’m Esteban, and I enjoy writing about programming, trading, productivity, knowledge management, books, etc! esteban-thilliez.com / contact@esteban-thilliez.com