'Why Files' revealed

steve smyth — Fri, 22 May 2009 23:56:35 GMT

WHOA!!!
how have I missed this one?
thanx, Alan...can't believe it's news to me that this site exists, but it is...

'Why Files' revealed

Tristan, Missouri — Sat, 23 May 2009 01:33:11 GMT

Looks like Stalin was onto something when he said that "one death is a tragedy; one million deaths is a statistic."

Fascinating stuff.

'Why Files' revealed

Susan Stanford, Buffalo, MO — Sat, 23 May 2009 18:40:28 GMT

I love this site and can get lost in it for hours! I'm a science fan, or is that freak? Can't wait to get the book. Thanks guys for all your hard work. BTW, never did like Hemingway, stuffy old goat! Except for "Old Man and The Sea", now that was awesome.

'Why Files' revealed

Sue Atkins, Honolulu HI — Sun, 24 May 2009 02:39:58 GMT

Alan, tell me about the Case for Pluto!!!

[ALAN ADDS: What a pal, thanks for asking. ;-) In the book, I just tried to lay out the bigger story behind the flap over Pluto. It touches upon how we see the universe (what's important out there?), the appeal of the underdog in culture (aww, cute little planet!), how the course of science never did run smooth (did we make a mistake with the asteroids?), and what we can expect as we learn more about our solar system and others (there's probably a Planet X out there, but it won't hurt us). My conclusion: Pluto is a planet, along with its round little pals (yes, including Ceres). I hope you'll find it a fun, fast read.

[For a little preview of the subject, you can check out this archived Log item:]

http://cosmiclog.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/01/27/1763133.aspx

[And if you're ready to reserve your copy, just click on over to your favorite online book site. I'm linking to the publisher's site so as not to play favorites:]

http://www.thecaseforpluto.com

[As time goes on, I'll point that Internet address to a Web site where you can get more information and updates about the planet debate.]

'Why Files' revealed

Tanuja Poorun South Africa — Sun, 24 May 2009 11:13:32 GMT

Same here! Thanks for the info Alan.

'Why Files' revealed

steve smyth — Sun, 24 May 2009 15:47:10 GMT

RE The Case for Pluto...
I declare myself totally on the side of Mickey and Goofy...Pluto did it...no matter what they say!
Although, I'd look at Donald Duck as an accomplice.
Good on ya, Al!