Philosophy in Reality: A New Book of Changes

Philosophy in Reality provides a new vision of the relation between science and philosophy in the framework of a non-propositional logic of real processes, grounded in the physics of the real world. It emphasizes the recovery of dialectics and semantics from reductionist applications and incorporates them into a new synthetic paradigm for knowledge. It discusses philosophical issues in scientific fields, long-standing conceptual problems, the origins of society, the transformation of reality by human subjects, and the emergence of a global, sustainable information society.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 516 pages
Publication date: 02 December 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Philosophy in Reality presents a groundbreaking exploration of the interplay between science and philosophy within the framework of a non-propositional logic rooted in the physics of the real world. This logical system draws upon the pioneering work of Stéphane Lupasco, a Franco-Romanian thinker, previously explored by Joseph Brenner in his book Logic in Reality (Springer, 2008).

Inspired by the ancient Chinese Book of Changes (I Ching), this book delves into the scientific-philosophical exploration of change. Its central focus lies in reclaiming dialectics and semantics from reductionist applications and integrating them into a novel synthetic paradigm for knowledge. Through an innovative re-interpretation of classical and modern Western thought, Philosophy in Reality addresses a wide range of philosophical issues, spanning scientific fields and tackling enduring conceptual puzzles such as the origin, nature, and role of meaning, the unity of knowledge, and the foundations of morality.

In a rigorous and transdisciplinary approach, this book engages with foundational and contemporary concerns in the physical sciences, including mathematics, information, communication, and systems theory. It explores the profound implications of these disciplines for philosophy, shedding light on the interconnectedness of knowledge and reality. The same framework is applied to delve into the origins of society, the transformative power of human subjects, and the emergence of a global, sustainable information society.

In essence, Philosophy in Reality offers a treasure trove of fresh perspectives and invaluable references, serving as a valuable resource for scholars and researchers across the fields of philosophy and physical and social sciences. It fosters interdisciplinary dialogue and sheds light on the complex tapestry of reality, paving the way.

Weight: 825g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030627591
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021