Unstable Nature: Order, Entropy, Becoming

Unstable Nature is a popular science book that delves into the concept of instability in modern science, focusing on physics. It is written for the curious reader and provides an immersive journey into paradoxical and unexpected phenomena, exploring instabilities at the planetary scale and in everyday life. The book connects scientific concepts with other branches of knowledge and features anecdotes from key figures in the field.

Format: Unspecified
Length: 126 pages
Publication date: 20 November 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Unstable Nature is a captivating scientific exploration that delves into the concept of instability in modern science, with a particular focus on physics. Designed for the inquisitive reader seeking to delve deeper into the enigmatic and relatively unknown realm of instabilities, this book offers an immersive journey into paradoxical and unexpected phenomena, many of which are right under our noses in our daily lives. Written in a clear and accessible style, the book avoids technical jargon and introduces new concepts and terminology gradually through examples drawn from everyday experiences. The chapters are interconnected, beginning with an exploration of instabilities at the planetary scale and progressing to describe unstable dynamics in macroscopic settings such as human mechanical artifacts, fluid waves, animal skin, vegetation structures, and chemical reactions. Finally, the book reaches the subatomic scale and the biological processes of human thought. Before concluding with some philosophical reflections, the book explores a modern perspective on the possibility of viewing instabilities not only as detrimental effects but also as valuable resources for technological advancements.

The book is enriched by a diverse range of professional anecdotes derived from the author's direct research experience. It seamlessly connects scientific concepts with other branches of human knowledge, including philosophy, engineering, history of science, biology, chemistry, mathematics, computer science, poetry, and meditation.

Key Features:
• Presents an exhilarating introduction to the topic, accessible to readers without a scientific background.
• Delves into significant discoveries in the history of the concept of instability in physics.
• Contains anecdotes of key figures who have contributed to the understanding of instabilities.
• Offers a fresh perspective on instabilities, challenging traditional notions and opening up new possibilities for scientific inquiry and technological innovation.

By exploring the unstable nature of the world around us, Unstable Nature invites us to reimagine our understanding of the universe and to harness the power of instability for the betterment of humanity.

Weight: 296g
Dimension: 142 x 224 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032599601