Fritjof Capra is a physicist whose work explores the profound connections between science and spirituality. His writing delves into the deep patterns found within nature, examining how these principles can inform new ways of thinking and living. Capra focuses on bringing holistic perspectives to our understanding of the world, championing the idea that we are part of an interconnected web of life. His work encourages readers to consider the complexities of ecological systems and our place within them.
Fritjof Capra, scientist, educator, activist, and accomplished author, presents the evolution of his thought over five decades in Patterns of Connection. Organised thematically and chronologically, these essays document the revolutionary and far-reaching intellectual journey of one of the major public thinkers of the last half-century.
Toward a Legal System in Tune with Nature and Community (16pt Large Print Edition)
The book explores the disconnect between contemporary legal systems and modern scientific understanding, emphasizing how outdated legal frameworks contribute to pressing environmental, economic, and social crises. Fritjof Capra and Ugo Mattei argue for a transformative approach that integrates scientific concepts of interconnectedness into the law. They highlight the historical interplay between law and science, advocating for a legal structure that prioritizes ecological principles and community welfare over individual property rights, ultimately aiming to create a more holistic and progressive legal system.
Fritjof Capra untersucht die zentrale Frage "Was ist Leben?" und vereint bedeutende Forschungsansätze aus Physik, Biologie, Kybernetik und Psychologie in einer einzigartigen Gesamtschau, die als Capra-Synthese bekannt ist.
In dieser Darstellung von Capra lernen wir die Avantgarde der Wissenschaft kennen, die sich für eine verantwortungsvolle Werteordnung einsetzt. Er zeigt das Denken und die Persönlichkeiten der Vordenker des Umbruchs in Wissenschaft und Gesellschaft und betont ihr Streben nach einer menschlichen Welt und einer menschenwürdigen Zukunft.
"At the root of many of the environmental, economic, and social crises we face today is a legal system based on an outdated worldview. In this groundbreaking book, bestselling author, physicist, and systems theorist Fritjof Capra and distinguished legal scholar Ugo Mattei show how, by incorporating concepts from modern science, the law can become an integral part of bringing about a better world. This is the first book to trace the fascinating parallel history of law and science from antiquity to modern times, showing how the two disciplines have always influenced each other - until recently. In the past few years, the scientific paradigm has shifted dramatically, from seeing the natural world as a kind of cosmic machine to understanding it as a network of fluidly interacting communities. But law is stuck in a mechanistic, seventeenth-century view that the world is made up of discrete individual parts. This has led to legal theory focusing on these parts and ignoring the bigger picture - for example, elevating the rights of individual property owners over the good of the community. But Capra and Mattei outline the basic concepts and structures of a legal order consistent with the ecological principles that sustain life on this planet. This is a profound and visionary reconceptualization of the very foundations of the Western legal system, with profound implications for the future of our planet."--Publisher's website
Over the past thirty years, a new systemic conception of life has emerged at the forefront of science. New emphasis has been given to complexity, networks, and patterns of organisation, leading to a novel kind of 'systemic' thinking. This volume integrates the ideas, models, and theories underlying the systems view of life into a single coherent framework. Taking a broad sweep through history and across scientific disciplines, the authors examine the appearance of key concepts such as autopoiesis, dissipative structures, social networks, and a systemic understanding of evolution. The implications of the systems view of life for health care, management, and our global ecological and economic crises are also discussed. Written primarily for undergraduates, it is also essential reading for graduate students and researchers interested in understanding the new systemic conception of life and its implications for a broad range of professions - from economics and politics to medicine, psychology and law.
Leonardo da Vinci exemplifies the Renaissance ideal through his groundbreaking contributions across various fields, including fluid dynamics and embryology. His work embodies a holistic approach that integrates art, science, and technology, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all life. The author argues that modern disciplines often lack this interdisciplinary perspective, which is crucial for addressing complex contemporary issues. By studying da Vinci's methods, we can learn to embrace a more unified understanding of science and technology that acknowledges the interdependence of natural phenomena.
Decoding the Notebooks of a Genius [Standard Large Print 16 Pt Edition]
Leonardo da Vinci exemplified the Renaissance man, merging art, science, and technology in innovative ways. His notebooks, studied by Capra, reveal a pioneering approach to the empirical scientific method and systems thinking, emphasizing the interconnectedness of nature. Capra outlines seven key traits of Leonardo's genius and highlights over forty of his discoveries that remained unrecognized for centuries. By examining Leonardo's holistic perspective on life, readers can glean valuable lessons for tackling contemporary challenges, showcasing the relevance of his insights today.
Současníci Leonarda da Vinci o jeho průkopnickém vědeckém díle prakticky nevěděli. Fritjof Capra, americký vědec původem z Vídně, autor několika pozoruhodných knih (například Tao fyziky nebo Bod obratu), teď na základě prostudování více než 6000 stran, které se z Leonardových zápisníků dochovaly, přichází s tvrzením, že právě Leonardo je „otcem moderní vědy“. Svými výzkumy živých i neživých forem, od architektury a anatomie člověka až k vodním turbulencím nebo otázkám růstu rostlin, se stal průkopníkem empirického a systematického přístupu k pozorování přírody, jemuž se dnes říká vědecká metoda. Autor však čtenáři přiblíží nejen Leonarda-vědce, ale seznámí jej také s Leonardovým životním příběhem od uměleckých začátků ve Florencii až po poslední etapu jeho života na francouzském královském dvoře.
Leonardo da Vinci's scientific explorations were virtually unknown during his lifetime, despite their extraordinarily wide range. He studied the flight patterns of birds to create some of the first human flying machines; designed military weapons and defenses; studied optics, hydraulics, and the workings of the human circulatory system; and created designs for rebuilding Milan, employing principles still used by city planners today. Perhaps most importantly, Leonardo pioneered an empirical, systematic approach to the observation of nature-what is known today as the scientific method.Drawing on over 6,000 pages of Leonardo's surviving notebooks, acclaimed scientist and bestselling author Fritjof Capra reveals Leonardo's artistic approach to scientific knowledge and his organic and ecological worldview. In this fascinating portrait of a thinker centuries ahead of his time, Leonardo singularly emerges as the unacknowledged “father of modern science.”
