Life, Its Nature, Origin, Development, and the Psychical Related to the Physical (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Salem Wilder

9780265525739: Life, Its Nature, Origin, Development, and the Psychical Related to the Physical (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 026552573X ISBN 13: 9780265525739

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Life, its mystery and meaning explored from the border between science and philosophy.

This edition surveys what life may be, how it begins and develops, and what it means for our view of nature, mind, and belief.

From early questions about life’s essence to debates on evolution, biogenesis, and the role of spiritual experience, the text frames a thoughtful inquiry into life as a phenomenon that science, religion, and human reflection strive to understand. It weighs competing ideas about whether life is a distinct energy or the product of organization, and it reflects on how beliefs shape our sense of truth and moral responsibility.

Explore how different thinkers define life and the forces that sustain it.
Compare theories of development, from natural selection to the idea of a preexisting vital principle.
See how religion, science, and philosophy address questions of meaning, belief, and morality.
Consider the limits of what we can know and how to approach difficult questions with care.

Ideal for readers curious about the intersections of science, philosophy, and faith, and for those seeking a thoughtful introduction to enduring questions about life.

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