Camille Flammarion
Camille Flammarion (1842–1925) was a French astronomer, prolific writer, and passionate popularizer of science. Blending rigorous observation with vivid imagination, he published over 50 books on astronomy, nature, and speculative thought. His groundbreaking L’Astronomie populaire introduced countless readers to the cosmos, while his broader work explored topics ranging from planetary life to the immortality of the soul. He founded the Flammarion Observatory in Juvisy-sur-Orge and played a key role in inspiring both scientific curiosity and cosmic wonder.
One of his most ambitious works, Omega: The Last Days of the World, is a visionary blend of science fiction and scientific prophecy. First published in 1893, the novel contemplates the far future of Earth and humanity in the face of cosmic catastrophe, weaving together astronomical knowledge, philosophical reflection, and a deep sense of the sublime.
