I, Humanity - Hardcover

Jeffrey Bennett, winner of the 2013 American Institute of Physics Science Communication Award, is an astrophysicist and educator who proposed the idea for and helped develop the Voyage Scale Model Solar System—the first science-oriented exhibit approved for permanent installation on the National Mall in Washington, DC. He is the lead author of college textbooks in four subjects—astronomy, astrobiology, mathematics, and statistics—and has written critically acclaimed books for the general public including Beyond UFOs and On the Cosmic Horizon. He is also the author of children's books, including those in the Science Adventures with Max the Dog series and The Wizard Who Saved the World. He lives in Boulder, Colorado.

"I love this book. I, Humanity masterfully describes human exploration of the heavens in an easy, flowing narrative. Elegantly presented scientific and historical information will have readers returning to its pages again and again." —Andrea Beaty, author, Rosie Revere, Engineer

"With beautiful images, imaginative storytelling, and an inspirational message, I, Humanity will educate both children and adults about how we as individuals fit into the grand scheme of the universe." —Larry Bock, Founder, USA Science & Engineering Festival

"A wonderful historical and scientific adventure, following humankind’s ever-growing conception of the universe. Entices curiosity and propels imagination." —Alan J. McCormack, former President, National Science Teachers Association

"A compelling and thought-provoking book! It gave me a new perspective, as if I had lived through all of human history gaining knowledge of the universe along the way. My students loved the book, too, saying that they were inspired to learn more about the universe. Well done!" —Kristi Fehr, Kentucky Science Teacher of the Year

"Mesmerizing! We learn new things and even with the things we did know, we see them in a new perspective. The book will inspire both youngsters and adults to expand their thinking." —Mark Levy, St. Johns University

"A wonderful book! It is pouring love and inspiration!" —Cecilia Scorza, Haus der Astronomie, Germany

"Wow . . . what a fabulous book!!! With fascinating science and magnificent illustrations, I, Humanity captures the excitement of space and where we fit in as humanity." —Steve Sherman, Living Maths, South Africa

"Brilliant book! I love the style, which offers an enormous wealth of information." —Rosa Duran, Núcleo Interactivo de Astronomia, Portugal

"Audacious – the entire cosmos in a thin book . . . A wonderful way to interest young people in a subject that is literally of universal appeal." —Seth Shostak, SETI Institute; Host, Big Picture Science

"Brilliantly conveys our shared human passion for understanding the universe, and how we have learned so much through the collective efforts of all races and cultures across the ages.” —Tomita Akihiko, Wakayama University, Japan