
The Varieties of Scientific Experience
A Personal View of the Search for God
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Narrated by:
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Adrienne C. Moore
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Ann Druyan
Carl Sagan's prophetic vision of the tragic resurgence of fundamentalism and the hope-filled potential of the next great development in human spirituality
The late great astronomer and astrophysicist describes his personal search to understand the nature of the sacred in the vastness of the cosmos. Exhibiting a breadth of intellect nothing short of astounding, Sagan presents his views on a wide range of topics, including the likelihood of intelligent life on other planets, creationism and so-called intelligent design, and a new concept of science as "informed worship". Originally presented at the centennial celebration of the famous Gifford Lectures in Scotland in 1985 but never published, this book offers a unique encounter with one of the most remarkable minds of the twentieth century.
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very relevant
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Extraordinary!
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As for the book itself, a major reason Sagan doesn't believe in a god is because of the vastness of space. I can see his point, take a minute watch a youtube video or get a book such as Sizing up the Universe which shows the sizes of the planets relative to the sun and the sun relative to some of the large stars. The earth is just a minor spec in our solar system and our solar system is just a spec in our galaxy and our galaxy is just one of hundreds of billions of galaxies. It definitely puts things into a different perspective, it could cause a loss of faith. If everything was created by a deity and humans were the culmination of creation, then everything else sure seems like a waste. Of course to a theist this could have the opposite effect and confirm how magnificent god is, it all depends on your mindset.
The book is far more than just this one argument though and I don't want to list them all out now. I enjoyed it a bunch, I really liked the Q&A where Sagan was questioned by theists and while disagreeing with them, he seemed to at least respect their opinion and give real answers. This is the least offensive agnostic/atheist book I've read. As for the arguments and book itself, I previously read Pale Blue Dot which contained many of the same arguments (although not as focused), and really if you've read then many parts of this are redundant.
The narration is like the other Sagan books on Audible, it's not world class but average and get's the job done.
Also I wrote this during 20 anniversary stuff so:
Audible 20 Review Sweepstakes Entry
Sagan's lectures about the possibility of God
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excellent
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An Excellent Lecture
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Amazing CS, one "must read"
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Billions And Billions.....
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Now, more than ever, we must provide future generations with the tools they need to make the most informed decisions about the many crises we face on our planet. If I could have these future generations read only one book on this topic, it would be this one.
We keep finding ourselves debating the most critical issues of our time with those who justify their arguments in religious terms: climate crisis, reproductive justice, Black identities, voter suppression, anti-trans legislation, LGBTQ rights, stolen elections and insurrection, vaccines and masks, and even gun control.
Superstition is not easily overcome, but that is exactly what needs to be done. I'm grateful to Ann and Carl for sharing so much of their knowledge and wisdom with the world.
If I could have future generations read only one book on science and religion, it would be this one.
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This is a fantastic book of Carl’s lectures and the end portion has a wonderful Q&A. I would not recommend this book for first time Sagan readers. Check out some of his other works first and gain insight into his views and ideas, then enjoy this as a wonderful continuation.
Wonderful editing and narration.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
HAIL SAGAN
If only…
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Great like everything they present
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