Science and the Modern World: Lowell Lectures, 1925

Table of Contents:
I. The Origins of Modern Science
II. Mathematics as an Element in the History of Thought
III. The Century of Genius
IV. The Eighteenth Century
V. The Romantic Reaction
VI. The Nineteenth Century
VII. Relativity
VIII. The Quantum Theory
IX. Science and Philosophy
X. Abstraction
XI. God
XII. Religion and Science
XIII. Requisites for Social Progress
Index

Brief Description:
"In 1925, philosopher Alfred North Whitehead presented a series of eight lectures, delivering a groundbreaking exploration of the cultural and philosophical implications of scientific progress from the classical civilizations of the ancient world to the nineteenth century. One of the most influential thinkers of the twentieth century, Whitehead posits philosophy as a critical interpreter, illuminating science's hidden assumptions and bridging the gap between scientific findings and the evolving human experience. The lectures examined how scientific discoveries reshaped our perception of the physical world and redefined how we understand our place in the universe. Whitehead's insightful commentary remains a significant contribution to the ongoing dialogue between science and the humanities and prompts a holistic worldview, reflecting the interconnectedness of all aspects of existence. It is an essential read for those interested in the "process philosophy" of science"--

Brief Description:
"This Dover edition, first published in 2024, is an unabridged republication of the work, originally published by The Macmillan Company, New York, in 1925."

Publisher Marketing:
In 1925, philosopher Alfred North Whitehead presented a series of eight lectures, delivering a groundbreaking exploration of the cultural and philosophical implications of scientific progress from the classical civilizations of the ancient world to the nineteenth century. One of the most influential thinkers of the twentieth century, Whitehead posits philosophy as a critical interpreter, illuminating science's hidden assumptions and bridging the gap between scientific findings and the evolving human experience. The lectures examined how scientific discoveries reshaped our perception of the physical world and redefined how we understand our place in the universe. Whitehead's insightful commentary remains a significant contribution to the ongoing dialogue between science and the humanities and prompts a holistic worldview, reflecting the interconnectedness of all aspects of existence. It is an essential read for those interested in the "process philosophy" of science.