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Fire on Earth : in search of the doomsday asteroid / John and Mary Gribbin
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Fire on Earth : in search of the doomsday asteroid / John and Mary Gribbin

by John Gribbin

This text examines the origins and characteristics of comets and explores theories concerning future cosmic impacts. It discusses the potential for such events to lead to the extinction of humankind.

Accession 30382 ISBN 068481689X Publisher Simon & Schuster
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