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Cosmicomics
Cosmicomics
Author: Italo Calvino, William Weaver (Translator)
An enchanting series of stories about the evolution of the universe. Calvino makes characters out of mathematical formulae and simple cellular structures. They disport themselves amongst galaxies, experience the solidification of planets, move from aquatic to terrestrial existence, play games with hydrogen atoms -- and have time for a love life....  more »
ISBN-13: 9780156226004
ISBN-10: 0156226006
Publication Date: 10/4/1976
Pages: 153
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Publisher: Harvest / HBJ Book
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 1
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This is one of my favorite books ever. Short stories begin with scientific theories of the origins of the universe, and turn into fantastic and silly accounts by someone who's been around since the universe began. Full of beautiful and absurd imagery - Calvino had such a great imagination.
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This is a collection of fascinating short stories from a wonderful author.
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series of stories about the evolution of the universe, magical and scientific with much imagination


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