Once & Future Star: Supernova & Origin of Civilization 1979 Michanowsky PB Good

Barnes & Noble Books, 1979. Trade paperback of The Once and Future Star: The Mysterious Vela X Supernova and the Origin of Civilization by George Michanowsky.

Michanowsky investigates a massive cosmic explosion that occurred thousands of years ago in the southern constellation of Vela. He argues that this specific supernova was so bright it dominated the night sky, fundamentally altering the spiritual and scientific development of early humans. By decoding ancient Sumerian tablets, he attempts to prove that the "star" mentioned in lost texts refers to this precise astronomical event. His theory suggests that the sudden birth of Mesopotamian civilization was a direct response to this celestial phenomenon.

Good condition. Solid book with shelf wear.