What Is Time?
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Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Intact. No stickers or library stamps visible.
A landmark work in the philosophy of science, What is Time? presents one of the most thorough and intellectually rigorous investigations into the nature of time ever written. G.J. Whitrow, a distinguished mathematician and cosmologist, argues that time is not merely a backdrop to human experience but a fundamental dimension of the universe that demands serious scientific and philosophical scrutiny. The book chronicles humanity's evolving understanding of time — from ancient mythologies and Greek philosophy through Newtonian mechanics and Einsteinian relativity — illustrating how each era has reshaped our conception of this most elusive phenomenon. Written with clarity and scholarly authority, it bridges the gap between cutting-edge physics and accessible philosophical inquiry, making it essential reading for scientists, philosophers, and curious minds alike.
Author: G.J. Whitrow
Format: Hardback
Published: 1972, Thames and Hudson
Genre: Philosophy
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Intact. No stickers or library stamps visible.
A landmark work in the philosophy of science, What is Time? presents one of the most thorough and intellectually rigorous investigations into the nature of time ever written. G.J. Whitrow, a distinguished mathematician and cosmologist, argues that time is not merely a backdrop to human experience but a fundamental dimension of the universe that demands serious scientific and philosophical scrutiny. The book chronicles humanity's evolving understanding of time — from ancient mythologies and Greek philosophy through Newtonian mechanics and Einsteinian relativity — illustrating how each era has reshaped our conception of this most elusive phenomenon. Written with clarity and scholarly authority, it bridges the gap between cutting-edge physics and accessible philosophical inquiry, making it essential reading for scientists, philosophers, and curious minds alike.