Why Time Flies: A Mostly Scientific Investigation

Explore the captivating world of time with Alan Burdick's 'Why Time Flies: A Mostly Scientific Investigation'. This thought-provoking exploration dives into the philosophical and scientific questions surrounding the concept of time. Intended for both curious minds and science enthusiasts, Burdick eloquently addresses profound mysteries: Is time linear or cyclical? How does our perception of time shift with experiences? With humor and insight, he takes you on a personal journey through historical theories and modern discoveries that shed light on why time seems to race past as we age. Engage with fascinating anecdotes, such as the visit to the world’s most accurate clock and the surreal experiences that unravel the complexity of time perception. This 320-page trade paperback (ISBN: 9781925603064) published by The Text Publishing Company in 2017, invites readers to re-evaluate their understanding of time, offering a unique perspective rooted in both science and philosophy. Perfect for book lovers and those interested in cognitive science, this book makes an exceptional gift. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order at Smartfox NZ, and delve into the rhythm of time as you’ve never experienced before.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925603064
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2017
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 320


Description:
For more than two thousand years the world?s great minds have argued about the true essence of time. Is it finite or infinite? Is it continuous or discrete? Does it flow like a river or is it granular, proceeding in small bits like sand trickling through an hourglass? And most immediately, what is the present?What is time, exactly? Why does it seem to slow down when we?re bored and speed by as we get older? How and why does time fly?In this witty and meditative exploration, Alan Burdick takes readers on a personal quest to understand how and why we perceive time the way we do. He visits the most accurate clock in the world (which exists only on paper); discovers that 'now? actually happened a split-second ago; finds a twenty-fifth hour in the day; lives in the Arctic to lose all sense of time; and, for one fleeting moment in a neuroscientist?s lab, even makes time go backwards. Why Time Flies is a vivid and intimate examination of the clocks that tick inside us all.

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