Summary
Milan M. Ćirković: The Paradox of Not Splitting the Atom: New Essays on Science and Fiction
In this extraordinary collection of essays, distinguished astrobiologist and philosopher of science Milan M. Ćirković explores the boundaries between science, science fiction, and philosophy. Through topics such as futurism, cosmology, intelligent life, technological civilizations and transhumanism, the author opens up questions that push the boundaries of contemporary knowledge.
The titular "paradox of not splitting the atom" symbolically refers to intellectual stagnation and the refusal to face the possibilities offered by science and speculative thinking. The essays are written in an accessible yet profound way, making this book an ideal read for readers who like science to be a thought-provoking adventure.
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