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The new universe and the human future : how a shared cosmology could transform the world / Nancy Ellen Abrams and Joel R. Primack.

Abrams, Nancy Ellen, 1948- (author.). Primack, J. R. (Joel R.), (author.).

Summary:

"After a four-century rupture between science and the questions of value and meaning, this groundbreaking book presents an explosive and potentially life-altering idea: if the world could agree on a shared creation story based on modern cosmology and biology--a story that has just become available--it would redefine our relationship with Planet Earth and benefit all of humanity, now and into the distant future. Written in eloquent, accessible prose and illustrated in magnificent color throughout, including images from innovative simulations of the evolving universe, this book brings the new scientific picture of the universe to life. It interprets what our human place in the cosmos may mean for us and our descendants. It offers unique insights into the potential use of this newfound knowledge to find solutions to seemingly intractable global problems such as climate change and unsustainable growth. And it explains why we need to "think cosmically, act globally" if we're going to have a long-term, prosperous future on Earth"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 0300165080
ISBN: 0300181248
ISBN: 9780300165081
ISBN: 9780300181241
Physical Description: xvii, 238 pages : illustrations (moslty color), color maps, plates ; 24 cm.
Publisher: New Haven ; Yale University Press, [2011]
Copyright: ©2011

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 207-212) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	The new universe -- Size is destiny -- We are stardust -- Our place in time -- This cosmically pivotal moment -- Bringing the universe down to earth -- A new origin story -- Cosmic society now.