{
  "id": 7807384,
  "title": "'Lost in Space': Celebrity astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson on his lavish new encyclopedia of the cosmos (interview)",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/lost-in-space-celebrity-astrophysicist-neil-degrasse-tyson-on-his",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-16T14:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Space.com",
    "slug": "space-com",
    "url": "https://www.space.com/entertainment/space-books/lost-in-space-celebrity-astrophysicist-neil-degrasse-tyson-on-his-lavish-new-encyclopedia-of-the-cosmos-interview"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, a best-selling author, podcaster, and pop culture enthusiast, has recently unveiled his latest book, \"Lost in Space: 5,000 Facts for Navigating the Universe.\" Published on September 15, 2026, by National Geographic, this 400-page tome is a visually stunning exploration of the cosmos, featuring hundreds of colorful illustrations, charts, maps, and galactic images. Collaborating with StarTalk co-host Lindsey Nyx Walker, Tyson has compiled a wealth of intriguing facts and figures that will captivate readers for years to come. The book is an encyclopedia of space knowledge, encompassing everything from telescopes and UFOs to exoplanets, presented in a visually appealing layout reminiscent of a coffee table book. Tyson emphasized the book's unique blend of scientific information, pop culture references, and humor, making it a fun and engaging read. He also expressed his excitement about the upcoming launch of NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, a groundbreaking instrument that will help unravel the mysteries of dark matter, dark energy, and exoplanets.",
  "summary": "Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses his latest book, \"Lost in Space,\" a gorgeously illustrated 400-page odyssey around the heavens.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}