There Are Places in the World Where Rules Are Less Important Than Kindness: And Other Thoughts on Physics, Philosophy and the World
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Book Synopsis: A delightful intellectual feast from the bestselling author of Seven Brief Lessons on Physics, The Order of Time, and Anaximander. One of the world’s most prominent physicists and fearless free spirit, Carlo Rovelli is also a masterful storyteller. His bestselling books have introduced millions of readers to the wonders of modern physics and his singular perspective on the cosmos. This new collection of essays reveals a curious intellect always on the move. Rovelli invites us on an accessible and enlightening voyage through science, literature, philosophy, and politics. Written with his usual clarity and wit, this journey ranges widely across time and space: from Newton’s alchemy to Einstein’s mistakes, from Nabokov’s lepidopterology to Dante’s cosmology, from mind-altering psychedelic substances to the meaning of atheism, from the future of physics to the power of uncertainty. Charming, pithy, and elegant, this book is the perfect gateway to the universe of one of the most influential minds of our age.
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Dive into a delightful intellectual feast with "There Are Places in the World Where Rules Are Less Important Than Kindness: And Other Thoughts on Physics, Philosophy, and the World." Written by Carlo Rovelli, one of the world's most prominent physicists, this book takes you on a captivating journey through science, literature, philosophy, and politics. Rovelli's bestselling books have already amazed millions of readers with his unique perspective on the cosmos and modern physics. His clarity and wit shine through as he invites us to explore everything from Newton's alchemy to Einstein's mistakes, from Nabokov's lepidopterology to Dante's cosmology.
Prepare yourself for an enlightening voyage that will challenge your thinking and broaden your horizons. Rovelli's curiosity knows no bounds as he delves into mind-altering psychedelic substances, ponders the meaning of atheism, and explores the future of physics. With each turn of the page, you'll be captivated by his charming and pithy storytelling style. Whether you're a science enthusiast, a literature lover, or a philosophy buff, this book is the gateway to an extraordinary universe of thought.
With his unparalleled ability to make complex ideas accessible, Rovelli effortlessly weaves together the threads of physics, philosophy, and the human experience. By the end of this book, you'll find yourself contemplating the power of uncertainty and questioning the boundaries of knowledge. Don't miss out on this chance to accompany one of the most influential minds of our age on a fascinating intellectual adventure.
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