I think I was on one of my regular trips to DC to visit friends, probably 2004. I’ve been so many times that I only have one “Mall Day” to see if there is a new exhibit at a museum while I trek from the East Wing of the National Museum to the Lincoln Memorial—the rest of the time is spent with... Read full review »

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Cosmos - behold the majesty of the universe through one man's eyes!

bydesslok Sep 14, 2007

22 Helpfuls 23 Helpfuls

Pros Science made accessible in one comprehensive package

Cons Doctor Sagan is no longer able to update his program.

Recommended it? Yes

It was not too long ago, at work when I was struck on how oblivious the rest of the world is to the vastness, the coolness of science. It was a back when scientists had discovered a planet that very likely had water - and therefore was a very good candidate for having life - outside our solar... Read full review »

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Carl Sagan's Cosmos, See Why You are the Universe Regarding Itself

bysnpmurray Oct 14, 2005

37 Helpfuls 38 Helpfuls

Pros Very absorbing and engaging tour of our universe

Cons Conless

Recommended it? Yes

I received Cosmos as a gift a couple of months ago in the boxed set of DVDs edition. Time constraints being upon me as they are, it has taken me this long to watch them all. Thirteen one hour episodes to this documentary series, so a lot to take in and process!

This series represents the... Read full review »

Carl Sagan is my hero, see why.

bysw2727 May 5, 2003

11 Helpfuls 12 Helpfuls

Pros It's Carl Sagan, it's history, astronomy, science in glorious DVD with DD 5.1...

Cons Poor transfer causes texturization in dark areas

Recommended it? Yes

I have always been a fanatic for Carl Sagan's Cosmos and his vision of our place in the Cosmos. I even got to hear him speak on education at our alma mater, the University of Chicago. He has been an eloquent voice for rational thought and limitless imagination. His vision of our place in the... Read full review »