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Author : Alan Johnston
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 216 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (49 download)
Download or read book The Cosmic Ecosystem written by Alan Johnston and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : George Seielstad
Publisher : Univ of California Press
ISBN 13 : 0520338332
Total Pages : 303 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (23 download)
Download or read book Cosmic Ecology written by George Seielstad and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2023-12-22 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1983. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived
Author : Martin Rees
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 1400888980
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (8 download)
Download or read book Our Cosmic Habitat written by Martin Rees and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2017-11-21 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our universe seems strangely ''biophilic,'' or hospitable to life. Is this happenstance, providence, or coincidence? According to cosmologist Martin Rees, the answer depends on the answer to another question, the one posed by Einstein's famous remark: ''What interests me most is whether God could have made the world differently.'' This highly engaging book explores the fascinating consequences of the answer being ''yes.'' Rees explores the notion that our universe is just a part of a vast ''multiverse,'' or ensemble of universes, in which most of the other universes are lifeless. What we call the laws of nature would then be no more than local bylaws, imposed in the aftermath of our own Big Bang. In this scenario, our cosmic habitat would be a special, possibly unique universe where the prevailing laws of physics allowed life to emerge. Rees begins by exploring the nature of our solar system and examining a range of related issues such as whether our universe is or isn't infinite. He asks, for example: How likely is life? How credible is the Big Bang theory? Rees then peers into the long-range cosmic future before tracing the causal chain backward to the beginning. He concludes by trying to untangle the paradoxical notion that our entire universe, stretching 10 billion light-years in all directions, emerged from an infinitesimal speck. As Rees argues, we may already have intimations of other universes. But the fate of the multiverse concept depends on the still-unknown bedrock nature of space and time on scales a trillion trillion times smaller than atoms, in the realm governed by the quantum physics of gravity. Expanding our comprehension of the cosmos, Our Cosmic Habitat will be read and enjoyed by all those--scientists and nonscientists alike--who are as fascinated by the universe we inhabit as is the author himself.
Author : Daniel P. Scheid
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0199359431
Total Pages : 265 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (993 download)
Download or read book The Cosmic Common Good written by Daniel P. Scheid and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2016 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As ecological degradation continues to threaten permanent and dramatic changes for life on our planet, the question of how we can protect our imperiled Earth has become more pressing than ever before. In this book, Daniel Scheid draws on Catholic social thought to construct what he calls the "cosmic common good," a new norm for interreligious ecological ethics. This ethical vision sees humans as an intimate part of the greater whole of the cosmos, emphasizes the simultaneous instrumental and intrinsic value of nature, and affirms the integral connection between religious practice and the pursuit of the common good. When ecologically reoriented, Catholic social thought can point the way toward several principles of the cosmic common good, such as the virtue of Earth solidarity and the promotion of Earth rights. These are rooted in the classical doctrines of creation in Augustine and Thomas Aquinas, and in Thomas Berry's interpretation of the evolutionary cosmic story. The cosmic common good can also be found in Hindu, Buddhist, and American Indian religious traditions. By placing a Catholic cosmic common good in dialogue with Hindu dharmic ecology, Buddhist interdependence, and American Indian balance with all our relations, Scheid constructs a theologically authentic moral framework that re-envisions humanity's role in the universe.
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0198845871
Total Pages : 289 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (988 download)
Download or read book The Cosmic Oasis written by and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2022-06-23 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alone in the known universe the Earth glows bright with life, a unique cosmic oasis of biodiversity which is now under threat from our own actions. The Earth is a unique as a living planet, a cosmic oasis drifting in the vastness of barren space. It is strikingly and obviously different from our nearest heavenly neighbours, the Moon, Venus and Mars, in its thin skin of biology, extending from the surface for a few kilometres into the crust, and for a few tens of kilometres into the air. But how did this remarkable abundance and diversity of life arise? How has life survived over the enormous time frame of Earth's history? And does it continue to flourish now, especially with the growing pressure for space from humans? The Cosmic Oasis examines life on Earth, from our earliest interactions with animals and plants to our absolute domination of biology. It follows our developing understanding of life's origins, its remarkable complexity, and its interactions with the air, oceans and land. It also shows how patterns of diversity across the surface of the planet evolved, and how humans are now homogenising these, degrading both biodiversity and the space in which life can exist. Within this overall trend of loss there are some remarkable examples of survival, from the beneficial relationships between the gelada monkeys and wolves of the Ethiopian highlands, and the people and brown howler monkeys of Porte Allegre in Brazil, to interactions between you and your gut microbiome. Thoughout, the authors ask what these interactions can teach us about building a better relationship with nature, and consider how we might become stewards, rather than destructive exploiters, of the life around us.
Author : Brian Thomas Swimme
Publisher : Yale University Press
ISBN 13 : 030017621X
Total Pages : 125 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (1 download)
Download or read book Journey of the Universe written by Brian Thomas Swimme and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2011-06-28 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The basis for the Emmy-winning film. “A wonderful, highly readable account of the history of the universe from the Big Bang through the present moment.”—Thomas Lovejoy, University Professor in Environmental Science and Policy, George Mason University Through the astonishing combined achievements of natural scientists worldwide, we now have a detailed account of how galaxies and stars, planets and living organisms, human beings and human consciousness came to be. And yet . . . we thirst for answers to questions that have haunted humanity from the very beginning. What is our place in the 14-billion-year history of the universe? What roles do we play in Earth’s history? How do we connect with the intricate web of life on Earth? In Journey of the Universe, Brian Thomas Swimme and Mary Evelyn Tucker tell the epic story of the universe from an inspired new perspective, weaving the findings of modern science together with enduring wisdom found in the humanistic traditions of the West, China, India, and indigenous peoples. The authors explore cosmic evolution as a profoundly wondrous process based on creativity, connection, and interdependence, and they envision an unprecedented opportunity for the world’s people to address the daunting ecological and social challenges of our times. Journey of the Universe transforms how we understand our origins and envision our future. Though a little book, it tells a big story one that inspires hope for a way in which Earth and its human civilizations could flourish together. “What’s most striking about Swimme and Tucker’s work is a simple but beautiful assumption: a cosmological orientation opens the human mind to wonder, gratitude, humility, and creativity.”—Orion
Author : FIELD
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1461581842
Total Pages : 193 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (615 download)
Download or read book The Invisible Universe written by FIELD and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Maria Johnsen
Publisher : Maria Johnsen
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 243 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (78 download)
Download or read book Hunting for Aliens on Earth and The Cosmos written by Maria Johnsen and published by Maria Johnsen. This book was released on 2024-01-30 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is there life beyond Earth? Could there be a deliberate effort to conceal the truth by governmental entities, and if so, what motives might drive such secrecy? Where does the search for extraterrestrial life lead us? Are we, as a species, intricately connected to the concept of starseeds, or are we truly isolated in the vastness of the cosmos? Could we make contact with extraterrestrial life soon? These questions have ignited extensive discussions, particularly in Europe and North America. In this exploration, I have delved into scientific explanations to unravel these thought-provoking inquiries. The result is a meticulously researched book, titled 'Hunting for Aliens on Earth and The Cosmos,' inviting you to immerse yourself in this captivating adventure. Dedicated to thorough research, the contents of this book delve into the age-old question of whether we exist alone in the expanse of the universe. Each chapter peels away layers of the mysteries of the cosmos, examining topics such as the fundamental structure of life, habitable zones, and the pursuit of extraterrestrial intelligent life. Navigate the complexities of Fermi's paradox and reflect on the potential societal impacts of contact with extraterrestrial beings. This interdisciplinary journey pays homage to significant contributions in astrobiology, robotics, and pioneering initiatives. Positioned at the intersection of technological advancement and curiosity about the cosmos, the book prompts readers to contemplate the outcomes of technological progress and marvel at the potential wonders awaiting us beyond the universe's doors.Embark on this journey, and let your mind explore the vast possibilities that lie beyond.
Author : Steven Soter
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781565846029
Total Pages : 253 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (46 download)
Download or read book Cosmic Horizons written by Steven Soter and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Leading scientists offer a collection of essays that furnish illuminating explanations of recent discoveries in modern astrophysics--from the Big Bang to black holes--the possibility of life on other worlds, and the emerging technologies that make such research possible, accompanied by incisive profiles of such key figures as Carl Sagan and Georges Lemaetre. Original.
Author : Bill Valiontis
Publisher : Bill Valiontis
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 95 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book Dreams Of Red Earth written by Bill Valiontis and published by Bill Valiontis. This book was released on 2024-01-07 with total page 95 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the heart of Indigenous Australia in 1886, Wirrin, a spirited young member of the local community, discovers unusual tracks near his camp. Concerned, he seeks guidance from Murrigan, a wise elder with a profound connection to Dreamtime stories.
Author : Stan Chu Ilo
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1666799777
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (667 download)
Download or read book African Ecological Ethics and Spirituality for Cosmic Flourishing written by Stan Chu Ilo and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2022-06-16 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the definitive African text on ecological ethics, African environmental spirituality, a theology of creation, and climate justice. The contributors to this important volume explore the common threats facing this earth our common home and the particular threats facing Africa because of our sick environment, unsustainable development practices, and the false narratives and programs of modernity in the African Motherland. Here, African environmentalists, theologians, and peace advocates in conversation with Pope Francis's Laudato Si', develop a roadmap for pastoral, local, and global education on ecological consciousness in order to bring about ecological conversion. African ecological wisdom is also offered as indispensable resources for recovering the intimate connection of all creatures and all peoples and as a praxis of solidarity for the poor, and our fragile earth.
Author : Cometan
Publisher : Astronist Institution
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 3357 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book Omnidoxy written by Cometan and published by Astronist Institution. This book was released on 2019-02-11 with total page 3357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Omnidoxy is the founding treatise of the Astronist religion and was solely authored by the philosopher and religious founder, Cometan. Partitioned into twelve disquisitions, each of which are further divided into hundreds of discourses, which are themselves titled by those which are known as rubrals, The Omnidoxy has been codified according to a unique writing structure known as insentence. The Omnidoxy not only forms the foundations of Astronism, but it remains the primary modern contributor and the book that ignited the establishment of the Astronic tradition of religion which encompasses the philosophy of Astronism. Introducing brand new philosophical concepts such as cosmocentricity, reascensionism, transcensionism, and sentientism amongst many others, The Omnidoxy remains the principal signifier of a new era in philosophy. The Omnidoxy births hundreds of new belief orientations, schools of thought, neologisms, disciplines of study, theories, and concepts which, when combined and considered collectively, have formed the basis of Astronism. The authorship of The Omnidoxy rests with the single individual philosopher, Cometan who began writing The Omnidoxy at the age of seventeen driven by what he terms as personal inspiration. The historical origination of The Omnidoxy rests in its authorship by Brandon Taylorian during early 21st century England, specifically in the northern county of Lancashire. Like in all textual criticism, the timing and location of the codification of The Omnidoxy is integral to understanding why and how it was written, especially by considering the influential factors impacting Taylorian during his construction of the text, particularly the cultural, political, religious, and social contexts of Taylorian's personal life and of wider society at the time. This forms an important branch of study within omnidoxicology known as omnidoxical criticism, or omnidoxical exegesis in which scholars study and investigate The Omnidoxy in order to discern conclusive judgements inspired by how, where, why, by whom, for whom, and in what circumstances The Omnidoxy was written.
Author : Swimme, Brian Thomas
Publisher : Orbis Books
ISBN 13 : 160833807X
Total Pages : 138 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (83 download)
Download or read book Hidden Heart of the Cosmos written by Swimme, Brian Thomas and published by Orbis Books. This book was released on 2019-10-24 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Romeel Davé
Publisher : Reaktion Books
ISBN 13 : 178914714X
Total Pages : 200 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (891 download)
Download or read book Simulating the Cosmos written by Romeel Davé and published by Reaktion Books. This book was released on 2023-08-15 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A behind-the-scenes look at the latest tool in astrophysics: computer simulations of the cosmos. Simulating the Cosmos is a behind-the-scenes look at one of the hottest and fastest-moving areas of astrophysics today: simulations of cosmology and galaxy formation. Leading cosmologist Romeel Davé guides you through the trials and tribulations of what it takes to teach computers how galaxies form, the amazing insights revealed by cosmological simulations, and the many mysteries yet to be solved. This rollicking journey is a rare glimpse into science in action, showing how cosmologists are using supercomputers to uncover the secrets of how the universe came to be.
Author : Edward T. Wimberley
Publisher : JHU Press
ISBN 13 : 0801892899
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (18 download)
Download or read book Nested Ecology written by Edward T. Wimberley and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2009-05-29 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nested Ecology provides a pragmatic and functional approach to realizing a sustainable environmental ethic. Edward T. Wimberley asserts that a practical ecological ethic must focus on human decision making within the context of larger social and environmental systems. Think of a set of mixing bowls, in which smaller bowls sit within larger ones. Wimberley sees the world in much the same way, with personal ecologies embedded in social ecologies that in turn are nested within natural ecologies. Wimberley urges a complete reconceptualization of the human place in the ecological hierarchy. Going beyond the physical realms in which people live and interact, he extends the concept of ecology to spirituality and the “ecology of the unknown.” In doing so, Wimberley defines a new environmental philosophy and a new ecological ethic.
Author : Marianne E. Krasny
Publisher : MIT Press
ISBN 13 : 0262028654
Total Pages : 325 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (62 download)
Download or read book Civic Ecology written by Marianne E. Krasny and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2015-01-30 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offer stories of ... emerging grassroots environmental stewardship, along with an interdisciplinary framework for understanding and studying it as a growing international phenomenon.--Back cover.
Author : Colin Soskolne
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1443828335
Total Pages : 515 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (438 download)
Download or read book Globalisation and Ecological Integrity in Science and International Law written by Colin Soskolne and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2011-01-18 with total page 515 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume returns to one of the major themes of the Global Ecological Integrity Group: the interface between integrity as a scientific concept and a number of important issues in ethics, international law and public health. The main scholars who have worked on these topics over the years return to re-examine these dimensions from the viewpoint of global governance.
