Patterns of Connection: Essential Essays from Five Decades

Fritjof Capra, a scientist, educator, activist, and author, explores the connections between quantum physics and Eastern philosophy in his book Patterns of Connection, resulting in a synthesis that informs his thinking about the life sciences, ecology, and environmental policy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 344 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2021
Publisher: University of New Mexico Press

Fritjof Capra, a renowned scientist, educator, activist, and accomplished author, delves into the evolution of his thought over five decades in his book, Patterns of Connection. Originally introduced to the work of Werner Heisenberg, a pioneer in quantum mechanics, Capra quickly grasped the profound connections between the discoveries of quantum physics and the rich traditions of Eastern philosophy. This insightful synthesis resulted in his groundbreaking book, The Tao of Physics, which became a best-seller and marked a significant shift from the mechanistic worldview of Descartes and Newton to a holistic, ecological perspective.

Capra's intellectual journey continued to shape his thinking about the life sciences, ecology, and environmental policy. His work explored the interconnectedness of all systems and emphasized the importance of harmony and balance in nature. Today, Fritjof Capra remains a prominent figure at the intersection of physics, spirituality, environmentalism, and systems theory.

Patterns of Connection, an anthology of essays organized thematically and chronologically, showcases the revolutionary and far-reaching intellectual journey of one of the most influential public thinkers of the past half-century. Capra's insights and ideas continue to inspire and provoke thought, urging us to embrace a more holistic and sustainable approach to our world.

Weight: 724g
Dimension: 165 x 237 x 38 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780826362803