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Considers the relevance of modern theoretical physics to metaphysical questions about the nature of reality.
From the Back Cover: The Book is drawn from the Tarner Lectures delivered in Cambridge in 1993. It is concerned with the ultimate nature of reality, and how this is revealed by modern physical theories such as relativity and quantum theory. The objectivity and rationality of science are defended against the views of relativists and social constructivists.
Title: From Physics to Metaphysics
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication Date: 1996
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Paperback. Condition: Fair. 1st paperback edition. 92p. Ex-library softcover book in original binding. Extremely faint label residue on spine, stamp on title page, and sticker in back. Pages lightly toned. Otherwise a clean, tight book in very good condition. The Tarner Lectures for Trinity College, February 1993. Seller Inventory # 315279
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Drawn from the Tarner lectures delivered in Cambridge in 1993, this book deals with the ultimate nature of reality, and how this is revealed by modern physical theories such as relativity and quantum theory. The author examines subjectivity in science, and defends the objectivity and rationality of science against the views of relativists and social constructionists. An engaging discussion on the role of modern physics, including relativity theory, quantum theory and statistical mechanics, this book will interest popular science readers as well as students and professionals. Drawn from the 1993 Cambridge Tarner lectures, 'From Physics to Metaphysics' is concerned with the ultimate nature of reality, and how this is revealed by modern physical theories. It also examines the prospects for a 'Theory of Everything', and how we can assess scientific progress. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780521589666
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Considers the ultimate nature of reality, and how it is revealed by modern physical theories such as relativity and quantum theory. The Book is drawn from the Tarner Lectures delivered in Cambridge in 1993. It is concerned with the ultimate nature of reality, and how this is revealed by modern physical theories such as relativity and quantum theory. The objectivity and rationality of science are defended against the views of relativists and social constructivists. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780521589666
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