Carroll, Sean

The Big Picture

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ISBN 13:
9781101984253
author:
Carroll, Sean
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Dutton Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2017
Pages:
480
Dimensions:
20.32 x 13.49 x 2.39 centimetres
Genre:
Science, Physics, Science,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£14.92

Description

The Big Picture: On the Origins of Life, Meaning, and the Universe Itself by Sean Carroll Sean Carroll's latest work is a thought-provoking exploration of humanity's place in the universe, delving into the biggest questions of existence. With his characteristic elegance and lucidity, Carroll presents a unique scientific worldview that connects the quantum, cosmic, and human levels. From the principles that guided the scientific revolution to the origins of life, consciousness, and the universe, Carroll's presentation is both rigorous and accessible. He shows how our understanding of the world has changed over the centuries, and how our capacity to comprehend the vastness of space and time gives our lives meaning. This book is a tour de force that will appeal to anyone interested in the intersection of science, philosophy, and human experience.

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