First published 2011
How far has humanity advanced in its search for truth? David Deutsch examines this question by exploring the power of good explanations to drive progress in science, technology, politics, and human welfare. The computational physicist argues that our quest for understanding has produced remarkable achievements, but faces a crucial question: will progress eventually end in catastrophe or completion, or can it continue without limit? Deutsch takes readers through concepts like the Infinity Hotel and supernovae to demonstrate the nature of optimism and infinite possibility. He contends that what we have accomplished so far represents only the beginning of humanity's potential. The book makes the case that through better explanations and continued scientific inquiry, human progress need not face ultimate boundaries. Deutsch presents his vision of unlimited advancement while examining our current understanding of the world.
Genres: science, philosophy, non-fiction, physics, 21st-century, academic
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: academic
487 pages · Hardcover · Viking