This was such a wonderful and reflective book! In a time where everyone feels so divided, this was a good middle ground for conversation for so many topics. Neil deGrasse Tyson explored both sides of many ideas including race, gender, abortion, and vegetarianism in a rational, nuanced way from a cosmic perspective. His writing style is very conversational and engaging. I highly recommend the audiobook, narrated by the author.


“Differences in opinion enrich the diversity of a nation, and ought to be cherished and respected in any free society, provided everyone remains free to disagree with one another and, most importantly, everyone remains open to rational arguments that could change your mind." 

“To deny objective truths is to be scientifically illiterate, not to be ideologically principled.”

“Objective truths of science are not founded in belief systems. They are not established by the authority of leaders or the power of persuasion. Nor are they learned from repetition or gleaned from magical thinking."

“But we take better care of our cats and dogs than we do of homeless humans in the street. If we serve as pets to aliens, might they take better care of us than we ever will of ourselves?”

“If we instead back away from all that divides us, you might find common, unifying perspectives on the world. If so, watch where you step.”