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  • The Sacred Depths of Nature (2nd Edition)

  • How Life Has Emerged and Evolved
  • By: Ursula Goodenough
  • Narrated by: Suzie Althens
  • Length: 6 hrs and 23 mins
  • 3.5 out of 5 stars (2 ratings)

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By: Ursula Goodenough
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Summary

For many of us, the great scientific discoveries of the modern age—the Big Bang, evolution, quantum physics, relativity—point to an existence that is bleak, devoid of meaning, pointless. But in The Sacred Depths of Nature, eminent biologist Ursula Goodenough shows us that the scientific world view need not be a source of despair. Indeed, it can be a wellspring of solace and hope.

This volume reconciles the modern scientific understanding of reality with our timeless spiritual yearnings for reverence and continuity. Looking at topics such as evolution, emotions, sexuality, and death, Goodenough writes with rich, uncluttered detail about the workings of nature in general and of living creatures in particular. Her luminous clarity makes it possible for even non-scientists to appreciate that the origins of life and the universe are no less meaningful because of our increasingly scientific understanding of them. Goodenough's spiritual reflections respond to the complexity of nature with vibrant emotional intensity and a sense of reverent wonder. This new edition offers a deepened consideration of emergent properties and emergent dynamics, as well as an exploration of their role as the generators of life's complexity. Goodenough also expands upon the ethic of ecomorality in a new chapter, and incorporates new quotes, figures, and poems in her analysis.

©2023 Ursula Goodenough (P)2023 Tantor
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education at it's finest

Very informative in a gentle way covering a range of life's topics. Like a science teacher only better

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