About the book
The bestselling author of Einsteins Dreams explores the emotional and philosophical questions raised by recent discoveries in science with passion and curiosity.
He looks at the dialogue between science and religion; the conflict between our human desire for permanence and the impermanence of nature; the possibility that our universe is simply an accident; the manner in which modern technology has separated us from direct experience of the world; and our resistance to the view that our bodies and minds can be explained by scientific logic and laws.
Behind all of these considerations is the suggestion--at once haunting and exhilarating--that what we see and understand of the world is only a tiny piece of the extraordinary, perhaps unfathomable whole.
Editions of The Accidental Universe
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780345805959
- AltFormat
- ISBN 9780307908582
- EBook
- ISBN 9780307908599
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The bestselling author of Einsteins Dreams explores the emotional and philosophical questions raised by recent discoveries in science with passion and curiosity.
He looks at the dialogue between science and religion; the conflict between our human desire for permanence and the impermanence of nature; the possibility that our universe is simply an accident; the manner in which modern technology has separated us from direct experience of the world; and our resistance to the view that our bodies and minds can be explained by scientific logic and laws.
Behind all of these considerations is the suggestion--at once haunting and exhilarating--that what we see and understand of the world is only a tiny piece of the extraordinary, perhaps unfathomable whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Accidental Universe about?
The bestselling author of Einsteins Dreams explores the emotional and philosophical questions raised by recent discoveries in science with passion and curiosity.
He looks at the dialogue between science and religion; the conflict between our human desire for permanence and the impermanence of nature; the possibility that our universe is simply an accident; the manner in which modern technology has separated us from direct experience of the world; and our resistance to the view that our bodies and minds can be explained by scientific logic and laws.
Behind all of these considerations is the suggestion--at once haunting and exhilarating--that what we see and understand of the world is only a tiny piece of the extraordinary, perhaps unfathomable whole.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Accidental Universe?
Mathematics and Science > Physics > Applied physics > Astrophysics
Where can I read a sample of The Accidental Universe?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780345805959
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Accidental Universe?
Alan Lightman
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Accidental Universe is available as paperback(ISBN 9780345805959) and altformat(ISBN 9780307908582) and ebook(ISBN 9780307908599)
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