From the creation of life to the exploration of the heavens and the stars, form the origins of the earth to the possibility of life on distant planets, Ben Bova unveils the beauty and science behind this phenomenon. Bova masterfully explains how light affects us every day of our lives, from our religions to our sex drives, as well as how we use light in art, science, industry, entertainment, cosmetics, jewelry and much more.

In graphic, entertaining and always accessible prose, the author provides fascinating insight into a variety of subjects so that the reader will understand almost every area of knowledge ranging from relativity and quantum physics to perspective and the use of light by the great Renaissance painters. A stunning, clear and always fascinating writer, Dr. Bova provides easy to understand examples that explain the most difficult concepts.