griddleoctopus's review against another edition
3.0
Another scientist who wants to believe in something spiritual. Solid explanations of modern science but too light and pathetically human.
marcelabrina's review against another edition
4.0
I don't usually leave reviews, but that was awesome. Highly recommended.
olityr's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
5.0
Some of these essays were extremely deep and powerful. He's talking more about the philosophy of science than the conclusions in most cases, and it's enlightening.
My favorite quote comes from the essay called The Spiritual Universe:
"...The Central Doctrine of Science: All properties and events in the physical universe are governed by laws, and those laws are true at every time and place in the universe."
My favorite quote comes from the essay called The Spiritual Universe:
"...The Central Doctrine of Science: All properties and events in the physical universe are governed by laws, and those laws are true at every time and place in the universe."
7anooch's review against another edition
4.0
Interesting musings combined with old man yelling at technology
wynter's review against another edition
4.0
Thoroughly enjoyable marriage of science and philosophical writing. This collection of essays delivers exactly what it promises on the cover: to help you contemplate “the world you thought you knew.” From the musings on the appropriateness of religion in modern science to discussions about our fascination with symmetry, I found a lot of food for thought. I especially appreciate that the author and I share the same view on Richard Dawkins’ doctrine.
supernautster's review against another edition
2.0
Divulgación científica para iniciados: El libro es un diario del autor, en el que expone su parecer personal respecto del universo.
Los que hayan leido otros libros de divulgación científica encontrarán a éste muy básico, sin mucho rigor científico. Tampoco existe un acercamiento poetíco y menos filosófico respecto de la relación del ser humano con la naturaleza.
Lo recomendaría para personas que aún no hayan tenido contacto con el mundo de la ciencia.
Los que hayan leido otros libros de divulgación científica encontrarán a éste muy básico, sin mucho rigor científico. Tampoco existe un acercamiento poetíco y menos filosófico respecto de la relación del ser humano con la naturaleza.
Lo recomendaría para personas que aún no hayan tenido contacto con el mundo de la ciencia.
noodleboy667's review against another edition
5.0
I really enjoy spending time with Alan Lightman and his thoughts. When I read from Lightman I ponder things that I’ve never pondered before. A little of my perspective changes and I see the world a little differently.
oisincleere's review against another edition
challenging
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
3.5