Awe and wonder can inspire us to reach for the stars from "summary" of Contact by Carl Sagan
The universe is a vast and wondrous place, filled with mysteries that have the power to captivate our imaginations and spark a sense of awe within us. When we gaze up at the night sky and contemplate the billions of stars and galaxies that stretch out before us, we can't help but feel a sense of wonder at the sheer scale and beauty of it all. This feeling of awe can be a powerful motivator, driving us to push beyond our limits and strive for new heights. In "Contact," the protagonist Ellie Arroway experiences this sense of awe firsthand when she makes contact with an extraterrestrial civilization. The knowledge that we are not alone in the universe fills her with a sense of wonder and excitement, inspiring her to dedicate her life to unraveling the secrets of the cosmos. This newfound sense of purpose drives her to overcome countless obstacles and challenges in her quest to reach the star...
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