Altmann provides a thorough philosophical basis to understand the meaning of natural law, the scientific method, and causality in science. He reviews the classical approach to time, space, and the laws of mechanics, and discusses the implications of relativity theory. Key modern concepts, like randomness, probability, and time's arrow are explained, and the nature of mathematics and Godel's theorems is discussed in depth. A mystery-free treatment of quantum mechanics, Schrodinger's cat, and the famous Bell inequalities follows. He also assesses the reactions of various philosophical schools to these developments - idealism, physicalism, cultural relativism and social constructivism. The book concludes with a fascinating dialogue on science and belief. Educated lay readers will welcome Altmann's engaging and lucid exposition.
| ISBN: | 9781573929165 |
| Publication date: | 1st March 2002 |
| Author: | Simon L Altmann |
| Publisher: | Prometheus Books an imprint of Prometheus |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 680 pages |
| Genres: |
Philosophy of science Impact of science and technology on society |
Altmann provides a thorough philosophical basis to understand the meaning of natural law, the scientific method, and causality in science. He reviews the classical approach to time, space, and the laws of mechanics, and discusses the implications of relativity theory. Key modern concepts, like randomness, probability, and time's arrow are explained, and the nature of mathematics and Godel's theorems is discussed in depth. A mystery-free treatment of quantum mechanics, Schrodinger's cat, and the famous Bell inequalities follows. He also assesses the reactions of various philosophical schools to these developments - idealism, physicalism, cultural relativism and social constructivism. The book concludes with a fascinating dialogue on science and belief. Educated lay readers will welcome Altmann's engaging and lucid exposition.
Is Nature Supernatural? features in the following genres: Philosophy of science, Impact of science and technology on society
Is Nature Supernatural? is available in Hardback
Is Nature Supernatural? was written by Simon L Altmann and published by Prometheus Books an imprint of Prometheus
Is Nature Supernatural? has 680 pages