Physics And Philosophy

Book excerpt: This classic work of science and philosophy explores the relationship between the physical world and the human mind. Jeans presents a fascinating and accessible account of the key concepts of modern physics, from relativity to quantum mechanics, and uses them to explore profound philosophical questions about the nature of reality and our place in the universe. With its lucid prose and innovative ideas, this book remains an essential text for anyone interested in the intersection of science and philosophy. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.