The Contact Paradox

In The Contact Paradox, Keith Cooper explores the fascinating world of SETI and humanity’s efforts to discover extraterrestrial intelligence, examining the scientific, philosophical, and ethical questions surrounding these endeavors. The book reflects on the implications of transmitting messages into space, probing what contact with alien civilizations might reveal about ourselves and the potential risks involved. Through interviews with leading experts, it considers the journey of SETI from its beginnings and contemplates its future within the broader questions of human existence in the cosmos.