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inkfire's review against another edition
Fascinating, but not my cup of tea. It's just a bit too science-heavy for me right now. I'll try again in a year or two.
andy_hird's review against another edition
5.0
This was a fascinating read and I think would be good for anyone interested in learning more about our world (planet, solar system, galaxy, universe). I'd never really considered the factors involved with a planet to exist that can support life, and is around long enough for advanced life to develop, why it matters that we have a moon (and what size it is), or where in the galaxy our sun is. I knew about the role of some of the details of the properties of universe in general (such as the strength gravity). (For that, try reading 'Just Six Numbers'.) But this book really thoroughly covers the myriad ways that our little ball of rock is likely very unique. Yes, the conclusions that can be drawn (though they don't delve deeply into this) go in the direction of Intelligent Design. My opinion is that it would be more aptly be called Brilliant Design. Not only is it amazing that we exist at all, it's awesome that we're so 'conveniently' poised to learn about the universe.
clarel's review
4.0
This is a fascinating compilation of all the aspects in which earth is special and distinct. The authors never explicitly state their case as Christians, but it's clear that they are weighing in on the side of special creation rather than blind chance for our existence.
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