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Cosmos: Carl Sagan (7 DVD Set) 
Actors : Jaromír Hanzlík, Jonathan Fahn, Robert H. Goddard
Director : Adrian Malone
Studio : Cosmos Studios
by Cosmos Studios
Brand : Koch International
Release Date : 2002-10-22
Publisher : Cosmos Studios
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Number of Items : 7
EAN : 0804387101097
UPC : 804387101097
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 215 reviews)
List Price : $129.98
Our Price : $74.25
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When Cosmos was first broadcast in 1980, our world--and the context of Carl Sagan's eloquent "personal journey"--was a different place. The late Dr. Sagan would be pleased to witness the cooling of the cold war, the continued exploration of space, and ongoing efforts to curb our destructive dependence on fossil fuels. For Sagan's series is far more than a guided tour through "billions and billions" of stars and galaxies. It remains a profound plea for the unity of humankind, for the recognition that "we are a way for the universe to know itself," with an obligation to know our origin, our place in the universe, and our future potential. In the course of 13 fascinating hours, Cosmos spans its own galaxy of topics to serve Sagan's theme, each segment deepening our understanding of how we got from there (simple microbes in the primordial mud) to here (space-faring civilization in the 21st century). In his "ship of the imagination," Sagan guides us to the farthest reaches of space and takes us back into the history of scientific inquiry, from the ancient library of Alexandria to the NASA probes of our neighboring planets. Upon this vast canvas Sagan presents the "cosmic calendar," placing the 15-billion-year history of the universe into an accessible one-year framework, then filling it with a stunning chronology of events, both interstellar and earthbound. From the lives of the stars, to creation theories, functions of the human brain, and the ongoing search for extraterrestrial intelligence, Cosmos asks big questions. When appropriate, Sagan offers big answers, or asks still bigger--and yes, even spiritual--questions at the boundaries of science and religion. What's most remarkable about Cosmos is that it remains almost entirely fresh, with few updates needed to the science that Sagan so passionately celebrates. It is no exaggeration to say that Cosmos--for all the debate it may continue to provoke--is a vital document for humanity at a pivotal crossroads of our history. --Jeff Shannon |
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Astronomer Carl Sagan's landmark 13-part science series takes you on an awe-inspiring cosmic journey to the edge of the Universe and back aboard the spaceship of the imagination. Topics covered include: the 15-billion year history of the Universe; the evolution of life on Earth and what forms life might take on other worlds; Johannes Kepler the first modern astronomer; the hellish atmosphere of Venus and the threat of the Greenhouse Effect on Earth; the search for life on Mars; the 17th century exploration of the Earth; the Voyager missions to Jupiter and Saturn; the possibility of time travel; Einstein's theories; the life cycle of stars; determining the origin of the Universe; the brain and the evolution of intelligence; how we might communicate with alien civilizations; the continued survival of the human race versus the threat of nuclear destruction.System Requirements:Starring Carl Sagan Running time: 780 minutes Copyright Koch 2003Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DOCUMENTARIES/MISC. UPC: 804387101097 Manufacturer No: COSDV1010 |
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An Astronomy Classic |
A wonderful program. Even after almost thirty years it's still great entertainment and education.
Carl's charm and enthusiasm and intelligence set the standard for this type of program.
What a tragedy that Carl died so young. |
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"The trick is to know... |
which books to read," says Carl Sagan in one of the episodes of Cosmos.
This dvd collection is the one you want to watch if you have to choose from all the science themed dvd collections available.
Curiously not outdated though it was produced over a quarter of a century ago, this series isn't simply a tour of the cosmos but rather a synthesis of several disiplines in an attempt to show our place in the past, present and future of this thing we call the universe.
If you aren't left with a feeling of awe after viewing the 13 episodes, you never will be. |
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Very enlightening |
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Watching this series was the most memorable and best thing I ever did while in public school, and I didn't do it until my senior year. It's nearly 30 years old now, but is more relevant now than it was back then, and that fact is with me every day. Carl Sagan was a great man, and I hope he has found peace somewhere out there. |
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Brilliant! |
Carl Sagan's book and TV series called Cosmos has opened the vast universe to millions and millions of people. I thoroughly enjoyed reading the book and watching the series.
It is not surprising that Cosmos is the best-selling science book ever published in the English language...and the series has been seen by half a billion people!
Carl Sagan was able to accomplish this feat by tapping into his psyche as a little boy who asked many questions about the universe. He then wrote and produced the series from the heart. His enthusiasm and fascination with the earth, planets, stars, galaxies, extraterrestrial life and more is contagious! He took an incredibly difficult subject and made it fun, exciting and educational for anyone from 8 to 80 who has looked up at the night skies...and wondered.
The book and series are not to be missed!
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"For Carl..." |
After countless near-misses in literature and art (including a movie that regrettably missed the mark after Carl died early into production,) this precisely pierced my soul and my fundamental source of joy in life. Look beyond the turtleneck and the age of the film; the fundamental wonder of existence is timeless. And this series demonstrates this more than anything I have ever seen.
There is so much wonder and beauty in the universe...an infinite puzzle stretching out in every dimension. Yet even this is superseded by our gift to reflect upon it; moreover, to discover even deeper wonder the harder we look and the more we learn. It is too easy to take the miraculous for granted (or substitute it with lesser creations of our own mind.)
"There is more to heaven and earth than is dreamt of in your philosophy." Thank you Carl...through this series you reminded me (and countless others) of this, and that I [*we*] are not alone... |
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