The book is a mine of information on solar research presented in a readable style and requiring no detailed knowledge of astronomy on the part of the reader. In striving for accessibility at the lowest common denominator, however, the author goes overboard with his humor. Although clearly a frustrated stand-up comedian, Mr. Berman's attempts at lightening the material, while mildly annoying, do not seriously detract from his communication of really interesting and important information. Notes and bibliography sufficient for the reader of popular science are included.