Accessory to War

In "Accessory to War," New York Times bestselling author Neil deGrasse Tyson, alongside writer-researcher Avis Lang, delves into the intricate relationship between astrophysics and military power throughout history. The authors explore how tools and methods of astronomical science have been adapted for warfare, highlighting the mutual interests shared by skywatchers and warfighters. With a focus on technologies like multi-spectral detection and satellite systems, this thought-provoking examination reveals the dual nature of the universe as both a frontier for exploration and a battleground for dominance.