S1·E7 The Backbone of Night
Synopsis
Humans once thought the stars were campfires in the sky and the Milky Way "the backbone of night."
In this fascinating segment Dr. Sagan takes us back to ancient Greece, when the basic question "what are the stars?" was first asked. He visits the Brooklyn elementary school of his childhood, where this same question is still on students' minds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 7 of Cosmos: A Personal Voyage air?
Season 1, Episode 7 ('The Backbone of Night') originally aired on November 9, 1980.
How long is Season 1 Episode 7 ('The Backbone of Night')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Cosmos: A Personal Voyage.
What happens in Cosmos: A Personal Voyage Season 1 Episode 7?
Humans once thought the stars were campfires in the sky and the Milky Way "the backbone of night." In this fascinating segment Dr. Sagan takes us back to ancient Greece, when the basic question "what are the stars?" was first asked. He visits the Brooklyn elementary school of his childhood, where t...