Our Accidental Universe

Chris Lintott has an eye for the most entertaining astronomical stories and the experience to take us behind the scenes. Highly recommended.

Tristan Gooley

Chris Lintott’s extravagantly entertaining book is a real eye-opener for those who, like me, struggle to know the difference between a pulsar and a comet. Warmly informative, and underpinned with wry, self-deprecating humour and deep expertise, it’s an indispensable addition to any science-lover’s library.

Lev Parikian, author of Taking Flight

I really enjoyed this. A fascinating book full of lively anecdotes and expert insight: Our Accidental Universe opens up a world of possibilities. As the search for extra-terrestrial intelligence continues, perhaps we are the ones who will be discovered first?

Professor Helene Courtois, astrophysicist and author of Finding Our Place in the Universe

Grab a front row seat! Chris Lintott’s Our Accidental Universe is wonderfully engaging, full to bursting with remarkable, celestial tales of the unexpected.

Ananyo Bhattacharya, science writer and author of The Man from the Future

A fascinating look at the strange and alien side of space from a wonderfully human astronomer.

Dr Lucy Rogers

A scientific tour de force of the weird and wonderful. Chris brings these discoveries to life by telling the stories of the people behind the research, diving into the science history, and by sprinkling in a few joyful personal anecdotes. An absolutely delightful read.

Dr Becky Smethurst, author of A Brief History of Black Holes

A delightful read, revealing the joy and benefits of being curious, all told with a personal touch.

Professor Lucie Green, author of 15 Million Degrees: A Journey to the Centre of the Sun

A book that glows with Chris's desire to infect the reader with the same passion for astronomical adventures as he has - from the beauty of the sky to the brilliance of the technological minds that allow us to interrogate our galaxy in the most remarkable ways. This book will inspire you.

Robin Ince

A riveting real-life Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.

Simon Ings, The Telegraph

Dense with information, Our Accidental Universe is also light-hearted and funny, thanks to Lintott’s nerdy humour, especially in the many footnotes. But most of all, his boundless enthusiasm for everything cosmic makes it hard to put this book away once you start reading.

Govert Schilling, BBC Sky at Night Magazine

Entertaining and enlightening.

The Idler

An enjoyable tour of astronomical discoveries…His excellent book is a layman’s guide to the surprises.

Nick Rennison, Daily Mail

Highly approachable and elegantly explained ... a splendid book.

Steven Poole, Spectator

Chris Lintott has an eye for the most entertaining astronomical stories and the experience to take us behind the scenes. Highly recommended.

Tristan Gooley

Chris Lintott’s extravagantly entertaining book is a real eye-opener for those who, like me, struggle to know the difference between a pulsar and a comet. Warmly informative, and underpinned with wry, self-deprecating humour and deep expertise, it’s an indispensable addition to any science-lover’s library.

Lev Parikian, author of Taking Flight

I really enjoyed this. A fascinating book full of lively anecdotes and expert insight: Our Accidental Universe opens up a world of possibilities. As the search for extra-terrestrial intelligence continues, perhaps we are the ones who will be discovered first?

Professor Helene Courtois, astrophysicist and author of Finding Our Place in the Universe

Grab a front row seat! Chris Lintott’s Our Accidental Universe is wonderfully engaging, full to bursting with remarkable, celestial tales of the unexpected.

Ananyo Bhattacharya, science writer and author of The Man from the Future

A fascinating look at the strange and alien side of space from a wonderfully human astronomer.

Dr Lucy Rogers

A scientific tour de force of the weird and wonderful. Chris brings these discoveries to life by telling the stories of the people behind the research, diving into the science history, and by sprinkling in a few joyful personal anecdotes. An absolutely delightful read.

Dr Becky Smethurst, author of A Brief History of Black Holes

A delightful read, revealing the joy and benefits of being curious, all told with a personal touch.

Professor Lucie Green, author of 15 Million Degrees: A Journey to the Centre of the Sun

A book that glows with Chris's desire to infect the reader with the same passion for astronomical adventures as he has - from the beauty of the sky to the brilliance of the technological minds that allow us to interrogate our galaxy in the most remarkable ways. This book will inspire you.

Robin Ince

A riveting real-life Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.

Simon Ings, The Telegraph

Dense with information, Our Accidental Universe is also light-hearted and funny, thanks to Lintott’s nerdy humour, especially in the many footnotes. But most of all, his boundless enthusiasm for everything cosmic makes it hard to put this book away once you start reading.

Govert Schilling, BBC Sky at Night Magazine

Entertaining and enlightening.

The Idler

An enjoyable tour of astronomical discoveries…His excellent book is a layman’s guide to the surprises.

Nick Rennison, Daily Mail

Highly approachable and elegantly explained ... a splendid book.

Steven Poole, Spectator