The Tao of Physics: An Exploration of the Parallels Between Modern Physics and Eastern MysticismAfter a quarter of a century in print, Capra's groundbreaking work still challenges and inspires. This updated edition of The Tao of Physics includes a new preface and afterword in which the author reviews the developments of the twenty-five years since the book's first publication, discusses criticisms the book has received, and examines future possibilities for a new scientific world. |
Contents
Preface to the Fourth Edition | 5 |
THE WAY OF PHYSICS | 15 |
Knowing and Seeing | 26 |
Copyright | |
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