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World renowned scientist carl sagan and acclaimed author ann druyan have written a roots for the human species, a lucid and riveting account of how humans got to be the way we are. Though it is less famous than cosmos, many prominent skeptics have praised the book for its clarity and is touted as a common introduction to scientific skepticism. Although this audiobook contains information that was last released in 1997, it is still. Carl sagan the demon haunted world sciene as a candle in the dark part 01 audiobook.
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