The End of Everything is a unique exploration of the destruction of the cosmos. So too, our Sun will eventually shine its last. When will it take place? How is it likely to happen? How do scientists know? Wanna dish about this book or suggest one for Mary and Manny to review? Email us at to register for Mary’s true crime book discussion group, “Book’em!” this fall! The first book discussed will be “ I’ll Be Gone in the Dark” by Michelle McNamara.An acclaimed theoretical astrophysicist explores the end of the Universe. I do plan on revisiting this book as it was actually an uplifting read, reminding me that being a sentient, living being in this vast universe is a privilege reserved for so few. I picked up the audio version of this book which I found really engaging and while I may not have fully grasped all of the concepts discussed, I enjoyed listening to the theories that much brighter minds ponder. It could all just disappear in the blink of an eye or die in one of five ways that the author discusses with gusto, humor, intelligence, and a deep regard for science. Personally, I’m just satisfied that I now have a rudimentary understanding of the cosmic expansion of the universe as a fun fact to throw out once every three years or so.Īccording to Mack’s book, the universe could end right now right at this very moment.
Mack believes that acknowledging our possible destruction allows us to rationally validate our fears, but your mileage may vary on that anxiety-inducing meter. This is a great choice for someone with an interest in science and the mental bandwidth to dive into a book that requires deep focus. It was this relatable comparison that kept me pushing through my initial resistance to this book, which came close to being on my DNR (Did Not Read) list. Mack also compares understanding the universe to holding a newborn: the tenuousness of their life balanced with their great potential. Mack briefs readers on the fundamentals of the universe and the likely end of the world, and cheerfully confirms that we are helpless humans who can’t do much about it.
If the topic interests you, I encourage you to work through the first few slower chapters, because Mack introduces high-level scientific theory in an approachable and entertaining way. Despite being only 210 pages, this isn’t a fast or easy read. Summary: Author Katie Mack takes readers on an exploration of the cosmos’s possible finales.ĭid you know that your books will automatically renew up to 10 times, as long as no one else is waiting for them? That might be necessary for this book. Reviews by Mary Cole, adult services librarian at the Mary Jacobs branch and Manny Miracle, adult services supervisor at the Mary Jacobs branch “ The End of Everything: (Astrophysically Speaking) ” by Katie Mack
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