The Universe in Verse: 15 Portals to Marvel by way of Science & Poetry
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On this e book of illustrated essays, Maria Popova, creator of The Marginalian, presents a celebration of the human seek for reality and wonder by way of the lenses of science and poetry.
Poetry and science, as Popova writes in her introduction, “are devices for realizing the world extra intimately and loving it extra deeply.” In 15 brief essays on topics starting from the thriller of darkish matter and the infinity of pi to the resilience of timber and the intelligence of octopuses, Popova tells the tales of scientific looking and discovery. These tales are interwoven with particulars from the very actual and human lives of scientists—a lot of them ladies, many underrecognized—and poets impressed by the identical questions and the wonder they reveal. Every essay is paired with a poem reflecting its topic by poets starting from Emily Dickinson, W. H. Auden, and Edna St. Vincent Millay to Maya Angelou, Diane Ackerman, and Tracy Okay. Smith, and is stunningly illustrated by celebrated artist Ofra Amit. Collectively, they wake us to a “actuality aglow with marvel.”
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Writer : Storey Publishing, LLC (October 1, 2024)
Language : English
Hardcover : 112 pages
ISBN-10 : 1635868831
ISBN-13 : 978-1635868838
Merchandise Weight : 12 ounces
Dimensions : 6.25 x 0.53 x 8.25 inches
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Mom at home –
Stunning, evocative, emotional, the perfect gift
Maria Popova is such an amazing writer and artist, she curates from every direction, she is the muse and everything is her muse. The world is better seen through her eyes and felt through her words. This is a lovely Christmas gift for anyone in your life who is sensitive with deep intellect and artistic discernment.
N. Barlow –
observing wonder
This little book is like a song that echos and echos inviting, demanding, attention to impossible yet observable phenomena. Beautiful Illustrations connect the ideas. Science and poetry, accessible and fascinating!
melissa lang –
A treasure trove of wonder and knowledge
This book absolutely slays me. Popova’s writing is rich with deep intelligence and wonder… a dazzling star of beaming wisdom and hope for our understanding of our world and appreciation for the great minds that discover its mysteries. Each chapter reveals more and more as I reread them, as do the mesmerizing accompanying illustrations. I love this book so much, I want to buy a copy for everyone!
Avid reader –
Beautiful little book
Beautiful little book, both in terms of the goregous, creative illustraions and the cinent. Nice varietal content and interwining of the essays with the poetry. Educational. But I hate to admit I was somewhat emwehat disaappointed at the content, at least for me, as I found mst of the historical/biographical essays about various scientists and the like pretty boring. The science seemed to take over too much from the poetry/phiolsophy I was looking for and prefer.
PRD –
Seriously thoughtful, seriously uplifting.
From the Mother of the Marginalia, this handy volume of considerations of life and the universe never fails to cause some serious thinking. Beautifully made, with beautiful illustrations, beautiful poems, and beautiful writing. The perfect book to keep close at hand when you need a little perspective on the universe and your place in it. I keep it on my nightstand just so I can give it a few minutes every night. The perfect book to bestow upon your thoughtful friends, and yourself.
Judy A. Morse –
Astounding merging of science and spirit.
This is a breathtakingly beautiful book! Kudos given to the pioneering women who made a difference in the exploration and our understanding of the cosmos and to the sublime poetry of another realm of understanding that walk hand-in-hand. The essays, poetry and artwork are a gorgeous collaboration of mutual love of our universe.
Dominique Courreges –
Great book
Beautifully written
Bruce –
A Beautiful Book!
I’m in love with this book. I take it everywhere I go. Had a doctor’s appointment yesterday, when my doctor came in the room and saw me reading it, she was curious about it based on the title and beautiful cover, and I ended up reading the first page to her…she snapped a picture of it and said she would order it. I’m going to buy more copies and hand them out for Christmas Stocking Stuffers.
Peggie Merlin –
A perfect holiday gift for the stars in one’s own universe.
Mel Gill, author Point to Counterpoint: poetic reflections on life, love and passion –
It was great, but the last chapter was a let-down.