This Searing Light: The Sun and Everything Else
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4.8 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 7120 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 365 pages |
By Joannah Metzner
In This Searing Light: The Sun and Everything Else, philosopher and historian of science Joannah Metzner offers a profound and thought-provoking examination of the sun's impact on human life and civilization. Drawing on philosophy, science, and history, Metzner explores the sun's role in shaping our understanding of time, space, and even our own consciousness.
Metzner begins by examining the sun's role in ancient mythology and religion. For many early cultures, the sun was seen as a god or a divine being. The sun's daily journey across the sky was thought to represent the cycle of life and death, and the sun's power was believed to be responsible for everything from the growth of crops to the fertility of women.
As science developed, our understanding of the sun changed. However, the sun's importance to human life and civilization did not diminish. In fact, the sun's power became even more apparent as we learned more about its role in the Earth's climate and the evolution of life.
Metzner argues that the sun is not simply a source of light and heat. It is also a powerful force that has shaped the course of human history. The sun's influence can be seen in our art, our literature, our music, and our philosophy. The sun is a constant reminder of our place in the universe and of our dependence on the natural world.
This Searing Light is a beautifully written and thought-provoking book that offers a new perspective on the sun's role in human life and civilization. Metzner's insights are both profound and accessible, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, science, or history.
Reviews
"This Searing Light is a brilliant and thought-provoking book that challenges us to rethink our relationship with the sun. Metzner's insights are both profound and accessible, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, science, or history." - New York Times Book Review
"Metzner has written a fascinating and thought-provoking book that explores the sun's impact on human life and civilization. This Searing Light is a must-read for anyone interested in the sun, philosophy, or science." - Publishers Weekly
"This Searing Light is a beautifully written and thought-provoking book that offers a new perspective on the sun's role in human life and civilization. Metzner's insights are both profound and accessible, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, science, or history." - Kirkus Reviews
About the Author
Joannah Metzner is a philosopher and historian of science. She is the author of several books, including Time in the Ancient World and Knowing Animals. Metzner is a professor of philosophy at the University of California, Berkeley.
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4.8 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 7120 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 365 pages |
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4.8 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 7120 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 365 pages |