Accessory to War: The Unspoken Alliance Between Astrophysics and the Military

By Avis Lang and Neil deGrasse Tyson

In this far-reaching foray into the millennia-long relationship between science and military power, acclaimed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-author Avis Lang examine how the methods and tools of astrophysics have been enlisted in the service of war. Spanning early celestial navigation to satellite-enabled warfare, Accessory to War is a richly researched and provocative examination of the intersection of science, technology, industry, and power that will introduce Tyson's millions of fans to yet another dimension of how the universe has shaped our lives and our world.

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Published Sep 3, 2019

592 pages

Average rating: 6

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raeallic
Oct 09, 2025
6/10 stars
3.5 for this one. So much of this book went right over my head, but in the same instance there was so much information I found compelling. I will never not read a book by this author.
nvanalfen
Aug 11, 2022
7/10 stars
Again, Niel is pretty condescending, but this book is a nice look at the link between physics and government funding. Fun for a physicist like me and anyone who thinks physics is kind of cool.

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