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Alien universe : extraterrestrial life in our minds and in the cosmos

Title
Alien universe : extraterrestrial life in our minds and in the cosmos / Don Lincoln.
Author
Lincoln, Don.
Publication
Baltimore : The Johns Hopkins University Press, 2013.

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Description
viii, 194 pages : illustrations, map; 24 cm
Summary
If extraterrestrials exist, where are they? What is the probability that somewhere out there in the universe an Earth-like planet supports an advanced culture? Why do so many people claim to have encountered Aliens? In this gripping exploration, scientist Don Lincoln exposes and explains the truths about the belief in and the search for life on other planets. Whether you are drawn to the psychological belief in Aliens, the history of our interest in life on other planets, or the scientific possibility of Alien existence, Alien Universe is sure to hold you spellbound.
Subject
  • Life on other planets
  • Exobiology
  • Extraterrestrial beings > Social aspects
  • Extraterrestrial beings in popular culture
  • Astrobiologie
  • Außerirdische Intelligenz
  • Massenkultur
Bibliography (note)
  • Includes bibliographical references (pages 185-187) and index.
Contents
The question -- Beginnings -- Encounters -- Fictions -- Blockbusters -- Interlude -- Life-forms -- Elements -- Neighbors -- The visitors.
Call Number
JFE 17-1701
ISBN
  • 9781421410722
  • 1421410729
LCCN
2012051094
OCLC
830674569
Author
Lincoln, Don.
Title
Alien universe : extraterrestrial life in our minds and in the cosmos / Don Lincoln.
Publisher
Baltimore : The Johns Hopkins University Press, 2013.
Type of Content
text
Type of Medium
unmediated
Type of Carrier
volume
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 185-187) and index.
Research Call Number
JFE 17-1701
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