Rules for Eternity
Language: English
Published by John Hunter, 2024
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- Title
- Rules for Eternity
- Author
- John Hunter
- Publisher
- John Hunter
- Publication year
- 2024
- Condition
- Neu
- Binding
- Buch
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0994262051
- ISBN 13
- 9780994262059
- Item weight
- 392 grams
- Dimensions
- 222x145x15 mm
What are the fundamental laws of existence? Do they shape the universe before creation, or do they unfold as life evolves? Is intelligent life a cosmic inevitability or a fleeting accident? And most importantly-what are our true limits as conscious beings?
In Rules for Eternity, John Hunter embarks on a thought-provoking exploration of the biggest scientific and philosophical questions of our time. This book bridges the gap between science and the unknown, merging cosmology, evolution, human psychology, and the role of belief systems to uncover the hidden rules that govern our reality.
A Journey Through Science, Philosophy & the Human Mind
- The Universe's Blueprint - What cosmic principles shape existence?
- The Origins of Life & Intelligence - Is there a pattern to how life emerges?
- Free Will vs. Determinism - Are we bound by universal laws, or do we have agency?
- The Psychological Need for Gods - How do religion and belief systems shape human understanding?
- The Fate of Intelligent Civilizations - Are we destined for eternity, or are we doomed?
Hunter delivers a compelling, accessible, and deeply insightful discussion that will challenge your perceptions of reality. Whether you're a science enthusiast, a philosophical thinker, or a truth-seeker, Rules for Eternity is a must-read that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew.
For Readers Who Enjoy:
- The big questions of cosmology and existence
- Books by Carl Sagan, Stephen Hawking, and Yuval Noah Harari
- The intersection of science, philosophy, and human consciousness
- Exploring deep, mind-expanding ideas
John Hunter grew up in regional Australia, where his curiosity about the natural world took root. He studied Physics and Engineering at the University of Melbourne, learning from some of the country's top scientists. His lifelong fascination with how things work led him beyond astrophysics and mechanics into the realms of philosophy. After years of research, he felt compelled to contribute his own insights-resulting in Rules for Eternity, a thought-provoking exploration of the principles that shape our universe.
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About the Author
After graduating in Science at The University of Melbourne in 1966, Philip Rayment completed research degrees of MSc and PhD in mathematical statistics, working in the field of decision theory. In an academic career spanning over thirty-five years, he taught mathematics, statistics and scientific method at The University of Melbourne, the Gippsland Institute of Advanced Education, The Open University in the United Kingdom, Monash University and Federation University Australia. He has had a strong involvement in distance and online learning across his career.
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