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Astronomy and space

Astronomy and space

I once had an astrobiologist in the back of my cab

26 Jul 2023

Ian Randall reviews Taxi From Another Planet: Conversations with Drivers about Life in the Universe by Charles Cockell

Illustration of flying car on another planet
Elevating discussions Charles Cockell’s many experiences of talking to taxi drivers about astrobiology have helped to sharpen his own understanding of this research field. (Courtesy: iStock/AntonioFrancois)
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Ian Randall is a science writer based in Hertfordshire, UK
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