Cosmos: Carl Sagan (1980)

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I remember this series when I was growing up but wasn't able to watch many of the episodes as I had school, work, and other activities. Since I received the DVD set, I have been watching it every night. Carl Sagan has the best narrative I've heard ever, warm and friendly, easy to understand. I find it relaxing and calming after a day at work and coming home with a busy mind. The series was updated in 2000, so it's not really dated. I am extremely happy I bought it, even though it sounds expensive, I am sure I will continue to watch it for years to come. Even if I find I have grown tired of it, I believe it's worth in donating to a local library or school, especially in these times. December 17, 2008

Carl Sagan's Cosmos DVD's

Just as I remembered it from years ago.
A must have for everyone interested in this earth, and the galaxy around us.
I will always treasure this DVD set. November 9, 2008

Cosmos, Always a Thrilling Adventure

Carl Sagan's "Cosmos" Series is always a wonderful trek into the past and into the future of this Universe we live in. I strongly recommend this Series. October 13, 2008

Simply Superb, the film, the text and the music. 10 stars !!

This is the best documentary TV series I have watched in all my life from the early 80s. Get and enjoy it as a great tribute to Mr. Carl Sagan.
Keywords from my part for this product: documentary, education, astronomy, history, culture, peace, world, science, technology, space, hope, past, present, future, emotion, effort,human kind, great quality, motivation, biography, animation, travel and trip, evolution, reflexion, wisdom, social contribution, nostalgia and souvenir.
I recommend this set not only for the technical release but also for the text, the message, the images and for the extraordinary quality in all aspects, even the box as a container.
The music is superb. Let's remember the main theme "Heaven and hell" by Vangelis Papathanasious.
A special set not only for home but also for school and libraries.
I give not only 5 stars but 10 !!! September 13, 2008

One of life's most see

The Cosmos series should be required viewing by all students prior to reaching the eighth grade. Absolutely mesmerizing. Watching this series should change how you view the world, our Earth and your place in it. I would love to have seen Carl Sagan be able to have amended and added his latest thoughts to this series since we have landed on Mars. He does do some amended thoughts in this DVD series prior to his death. I tend not to read lengthy reviews so I will close by saying, "Cosmos leaves you wanting more wishing that you had 100 hours to view, truly a masterpiece". It will take you to another place, a place that you wish you could stay. August 29, 2008

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