Complexity and the Arrow of Time

Charles H. Lineweaver

ISBN 10: 110702725X / ISBN 13: 9781107027251

Published by Cambridge University Press, GB, 2013

About this Item

There is a widespread assumption that the universe in general, and life in particular, is 'getting more complex with time'. This book brings together a wide range of experts in science, philosophy and theology and unveils their joint effort in exploring this idea. They confront essential problems behind the theory of complexity and the role of life within it: what is complexity? When does it increase, and why? Is the universe evolving towards states of ever greater complexity and diversity? If so, what is the source of this universal enrichment? This book addresses those difficult questions, and offers a unique cross-disciplinary perspective on some of the most profound issues at the heart of science and philosophy. Readers will gain insights in complexity that reach deep into key areas of physics, biology, complexity science, philosophy and religion.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Complexity and the Arrow of Time
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press, GB
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 110702725X
• ISBN 13: 9781107027251
• Binding: Hardback
• Edition: 1st.
• Condition: New
• Dimensions: 5.8W x 0.9H x 9D inches 5.8 inches width by 0.9 inches height by 9 inches depth
• Weight: 740 grams

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Synopsis

There is a widespread assumption that the universe in general, and life in particular, is 'getting more complex with time'. This book brings together a wide range of experts in science, philosophy and theology and unveils their joint effort in exploring this idea. They confront essential problems behind the theory of complexity and the role of life within it: what is complexity? When does it increase, and why? Is the universe evolving towards states of ever greater complexity and diversity? If so, what is the source of this universal enrichment? This book addresses those difficult questions, and offers a unique cross-disciplinary perspective on some of the most profound issues at the heart of science and philosophy. Readers will gain insights in complexity that reach deep into key areas of physics, biology, complexity science, philosophy and religion.

Book Description

Experts from science, philosophy and theology jointly address the widespread assumption that the universe is 'getting more complex with time'. This unique cross-disciplinary work offers insights in complexity that reach deep into key areas of physics, biology, complexity science, philosophy and religion. A must-read for anyone interested in complexity theory.