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Originally published in 1928, this book contains substance of the Gifford Lectures which were delivered by Sir Arthur Eddington at the University of Edinburgh in 1927. The text discusses the philosophical outcome of fundamental changes in scientific thought related to areas such as the theory of relativity, quantum theory and thermodynamics.

Table of Contents
Preface; Introduction; 1. The downfall of classical physics; 2. Relativity; 3. Time; 4. The running-down of the universe; 5. 'Becoming'; 6. Gravitation: the law; 7. Gravitation: the explanation; 8. Man's place in the universe; 9. The quantum theory; 10. The new quantum theory; 11. World buildings; 12. Pointer readings; 13. Reality; 14. Causation; 15. Science and mysticism; Conclusion; Index.

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      Publisher: Cambridge University Press
      Publication Date: 10/4/2012 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9781107663855, 978-1107663855
      ISBN10: 1107663857

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Originally published in 1928, this book contains substance of the Gifford Lectures which were delivered by Sir Arthur Eddington at the University of Edinburgh in 1927. The text discusses the philosophical outcome of fundamental changes in scientific thought related to areas such as the theory of relativity, quantum theory and thermodynamics.

      Table of Contents
      Preface; Introduction; 1. The downfall of classical physics; 2. Relativity; 3. Time; 4. The running-down of the universe; 5. 'Becoming'; 6. Gravitation: the law; 7. Gravitation: the explanation; 8. Man's place in the universe; 9. The quantum theory; 10. The new quantum theory; 11. World buildings; 12. Pointer readings; 13. Reality; 14. Causation; 15. Science and mysticism; Conclusion; Index.

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