The Tao Of Physics
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A special edition of the “brilliant” best-selling classic on the paradoxes of modern physics and their relationship to concepts of Eastern mysticism (New York Magazine) The Tao of Physics brought the mystical implications of subatomic physics to popular consciousness for the very first time. Many books have been written in the ensuing years about the connections between quantum theory and the ideas of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism, but Fritjof Capra’s text serves as the foundation on which the others have been built—and its wisdom has stood the test of time. Its publication in more than twenty-three languages stands as testimony to its universal applicability and its enduring significance. This special edition celebrates the thirty-fifth anniversary of this early Shambhala best seller that has gone on to become a true classic. It includes a fresh cover design and a new preface by the author reflecting on further discoveries and developments in the years since the book’s original publication.“Physicists do not need mysticism,” Dr. Capra says, “and mystics do not need physics, but humanity needs both.” It is a message of timeless importance. Review: Brilliant in concept - I had heard a lot about this book. Fully satisfied and overwhelmed by the comparisons Dr Capra makes with ancient eastern religious texts. Must read for the modern generation. Abstract concepts of physics are explained in layman's terms without any complex mathematical equations. Can be read again and again to ponder over the points raised. Review: great book - great
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| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 819 Reviews |
S**A
Brilliant in concept
I had heard a lot about this book. Fully satisfied and overwhelmed by the comparisons Dr Capra makes with ancient eastern religious texts. Must read for the modern generation. Abstract concepts of physics are explained in layman's terms without any complex mathematical equations. Can be read again and again to ponder over the points raised.
R**N
great book
great
S**A
Worth it
Must read
V**A
Tao of physics - book
One of the best physicist book . How eastern mysticism and western science are connected explained nicely
A**R
Five Stars
Very good service. Good product.
J**E
Five Stars
Flamboyant....... Nearly addressing almost all the fundamental questions prevailing in the scientific world. Recommending to all students and graduates who have scientific temper.
S**T
Five Stars
Brilliant discovery of the exceptional minds of the Eastern thought, specially Vedanta
H**H
Awesome
Most illuminating book ever..I decided to read this book after a mention regarding this book in another text..such delightful presentation in the most engaging manner. I would recommend this book to anyone.
N**N
Interesting exploration of the parallels between these two worlds
Yet not going into too much details of neither of them. Could be quite heavy on the physics parts for those without engineering background.
A**4
Clarity and concision
This is a book well worth reading from cover to cover. And I especially liked the two prefaces and two afterwords, and the epilogue. There are no less than 60 mentions of scientists, mystics and scientific theories for those interested in further research. A book for every school library, one that may replace many many other more sectarian ones.
M**N
Amazing book--except for the last two chapters
This is an amazing book to read if you want to see how some of the most important ideas in eastern mysticism and modern physics are converging. Actually, the "converging" is only taking place in our understanding: the concepts and worldviews of the two schools of thought are startlingly similar and have been for some time, and the author does a great job for the most part of drawing the parallels while not getting too technical with the modern physics stuff. I say "for the most part" because towards the end of the book (about the last two chapters) he basically says "screw the layman" and delves deeply into S matrix theory in a very technical, confusing, boring, and brain-overloading way. This is where he lost me; I wasn't able to finish the book. But most of the book is a great read--one of the best on the subject in my opinion.
J**.
An interesting comparison.
Very interesting how ancient eastern philosophy described reality that modern physics now reveals.
M**J
Tao of Physics
A must read. Makes on rethink so many ingrained beliefs. Thought provoking and challenging.
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