{"title":"Anthony Aguirre","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the intriguing world of theoretical physics and cosmology with works by Anthony Aguirre, a prominent figure in the field of Science \u0026amp; Nature literature. As a theoretical physicist with a penchant for delving into the mysteries of the universe, Aguirre combines rigorous scientific concepts with engaging narratives, making complex topics accessible and captivating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his standout works, \u003cem\u003eCosmological Koans\u003c\/em\u003e, invites readers into a thought-provoking journey where Eastern philosophy meets Western science. This book artfully blends scientific exploration with philosophical inquiry, prompting readers to ponder profound questions about existence, consciousness, and the cosmos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnthony Aguirre's writings are perfect for those curious minds eager to expand their understanding of the universe through a lens that fuses scientific precision with imaginative storytelling. Whether you're a seasoned science enthusiast or a curious newcomer, Aguirre's books offer a unique and insightful experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cosmological-koans-by-anthony-aguirre-9780141991764","title":"Cosmological Koans","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA delightful intellectual adventure that brings together physics and ancient philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCould there be a civilisation on a mote of dust? How much of your fate have you made? Who cleans the universe?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough more than fifty Koans—pleasingly paradoxical vignettes following the ancient Zen tradition—leading physicist Anthony Aguirre takes the reader across the world from Japan to Italy, and through ideas spanning the age, breadth and depth of the Universe. Using these beguiling Koans and a flair for explaining complex science, Aguirre covers cosmic questions that scientific giants from Aristotle to Galileo and Heisenberg have grappled with, from the meaning of quantum theory and the nature of time to the origin of multiple universes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlayful and enlightening, \u003cem\u003eCosmological Koans\u003c\/em\u003e explores the strange hinterland between the deep structure of the physical world and our personal experience of it, giving us what Einstein himself called 'the most beautiful and deepest experience' anyone can have—a sense of the mysterious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46342588170476,"sku":"9780141991764","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14719623482238.jpg?v=1743922579"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/anthony-aguirre.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}