Are we alone in the universe?

Did you know that there are billions of potentially habitable planets in our galaxy? Lisa Kaltenegger goes in search of the so-called exoplanets and explains under which circumstances extraterrestrial life is possible.

Science is closer than ever to solving the mystery of life in space. In this revised and expanded new edition of her 2017 bestseller, renowned astrophysicist and astronomer Lisa Kaltenegger provides an insight into the latest research and takes us on a voyage of discovery through the Milky Way. She presents basic physical knowledge in an entertaining way and explains what is important in the search for life in the universe. Humorous illustrations also introduce the reader to phenomena such as super- earths, rocky planets and habitable zones.