Galileo Unbound: A Path Across Life, the Universe and Everything

Galileo Unbound explores the evolution of spaces of expanding dimension and increasing abstraction,which continue to give new insight into the physics of complex systems. It discusses how concepts of motion have evolved,from Galileo's law of free fall to Einstein's theory of relativity and Feynman's dilemma of quantum particles.

Format: Hardback
Length: 348 pages
Publication date: 26 July 2018
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Galileo Unbound is a captivating journey that traces our evolution from Galileo's law of free fall to the intricate realms of geneticists measuring evolutionary drift, entangled quantum particles navigating multiple worlds, and our lives as trajectories traversing a vast health space with countless dimensions. Remarkably, common themes persist that predict the evolution of species with remarkable accuracy, akin to the orbits of planets or the collapse of stars into black holes. This book delves into the history of spaces of expanding dimension and increasing abstraction, and how they continue to provide valuable insights into the physics of complex systems.

Galileo, in his pioneering work, published the first modern law of motion, known as the Law of Fall, which was ideal and simple, laying the foundation upon which Newton built the first theory of dynamics. However, the twentieth century brought about a significant shift in our understanding of motion. Einstein's visionary idea of space-time warped by mass and energy led to the concept of geometry becoming the cause of motion rather than the result. This radical notion challenged our preconceived notions and paved the way for the modern fields of quantum field theory and quantum computing.

Yet, as concepts of motion evolved, one thing remained constant: the need to track and capture ever more complex changes while seeking to find patterns amidst the chaos. This quest for prediction and control has driven the evolution of scientific inquiry and technological advancements, shaping our world in profound ways. Galileo Unbound serves as a testament to the enduring power of human curiosity and the relentless pursuit of knowledge, illuminating the intricate connections between the laws of nature and the evolution of life itself.

Weight: 602g
Dimension: 219 x 145 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198805847