The Way Of Discovery

Describes modes of inquiry that can be used as a basis for living and civilizational values.

In these essays, the author attacks the central problems in the philosophy of science from the viewpoint of a working scientist who relates the philosophical questions to methodological issues that have arisen in his own research. The essays deal with six main topics: the validation of hypotheses, the logic of causal ordering and its relation to the definability and identifiability of theoretical terms, the logic of imperatives and decisions, the structure of complex systems, the theory of scientific discovery, and the axiomization of scientific theories. He treats these topics in a unified way by employing the analytic tools of model theory and by putting the discovery of theories, rather than their testing, at the center of the stage. Questions surrounding the axiomization of theories are examined in the light of real examples (Newtonian mechanics and Ohm's law) rather than simplified, hypothetical ones. Formalisms are not avoided, but they are always used as a means and not as ends in themselves.--

A BOOK OF DISCOVERY "The History of the World's Exploration, From the Earliest Times to the Finding of the South Pole" A LITTLE OLD WORLD No story is complete unless it begins at the very beginning. But where is the beginning? Where is the dawn of geographya "the knowledge of our earth? What was it like before the first explorers made their way into distant lands? Every day that passes we are gaining fresh knowledge of the dim and silent past. Every day men are patiently digging in the old heaps that were once the sites of busy cities, and, as a result of their unwearying toil, they are revealing to us the life-stories of those who dwelt therein; they are disclosing secrets writ on weather-worn stones and tablets, bricks and cylinders, never before even guessed at. Thus we read the wondrous story of ancient days, and breathlessly wonder what marvellous discovery will thrill us next. For the earliest account of the old world -a world made up apparently of a little land and a little water -we turn to an old papyrus, the oldest in existence, which tells us in familiar words, unsurpassed for their exquisite poetry and wondrous simplicity, of that great dateless time so full of mystery and awe. "In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. And the earth was waste and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep: and the spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.... And God said, Let there be a firmament in the midst of the waters, and let it divide the waters from the waters. And God ... divided the waters which were under the firmament from the waters which were above the firmament.... And God said, Let the waters under the heaven be gathered into one place, and let the dry land appear.... And God called the dry land Earth; and the gathering together of the waters called he Seas." Thus beautifully did the children of men express their earliest idea of the world's distribution of land and water.

The bestselling author of Dogs That Know When Their Owners Are Coming Home offers an intriguing new assessment of modern day science that will radically change the way we view what is possible. In Science Set Free (originally published to acclaim in the UK as The Science Delusion), Dr. Rupert Sheldrake, one of the world's most innovative scientists, shows the ways in which science is being constricted by assumptions that have, over the years, hardened into dogmas. Such dogmas are not only limiting, but dangerous for the future of humanity. According to these principles, all of reality is material or physical; the world is a machine, made up of inanimate matter; nature is purposeless; consciousness is nothing but the physical activity of the brain; free will is an illusion; God exists only as an idea in human minds, imprisoned within our skulls. But should science be a belief-system, or a method of enquiry? Sheldrake shows that the materialist ideology is moribund; under its sway, increasingly expensive research is reaping diminishing returns while societies around the world are paying the price. In the skeptical spirit of true science, Sheldrake turns the ten fundamental dogmas of materialism into exciting questions, and shows how all of them open up startling new possibilities for discovery. Science Set Free will radically change your view of what is real and what is possible.

Would You Like to Start Seeing the World Through Other People's Eyes to Understand How and Why They Think, Feel, and Act the Way They Do? Then Keep Reading... Your personality is who you are. To know yourself, you need to know your personality traits. But it's not always easy to figure ourselves out though. That's where the Enneagram comes in. It offers a TRUE understanding of your inner world and a multi-dimensional map to help you figure out what makes you tick, why you STRUGGLE in certain relationships, and how to grow into a well-adapted person. What makes the Enneagram so powerful is its ability to peel off the layers of your ego & false self. Your Enneagram Type will REVEAL your drives, motivations, fears, and desires, while enabling you to understand yourself and easily connect with others to form meaningful relationships! In this powerful Enneagram guide, you'll discover: - A simple solution to MASSIVELY transform your self-awareness & understand your core beliefs, habits, and behavior - The ultimate guide to understanding how people in your life see the world in order to build stronger relationships with them - The most VITAL aspect to increasing compassion and understanding for yourself and others - How to regain your positivity when negative thoughts or feelings start creeping in - What your strengths are, and the secret to UNLOCK your unique, authentic power - How to use your Enneagram results to lead a valuable and more fulfilling life - And much more Whether your personal challenge is self-discipline, being less tough on yourself, breaking negative thought patterns, or low self-confidence, the Enneagram will equip you with the necessary tools to overcome them in order to align your life with your deepest values! So if you're ready to uncover your core traits and learn how to stay true to yourself through deeper understanding, don't hesitate... Get this book & start your journey to self-discovery today!

This is a self guided workbook. It is a companion to the book, The Art & Practice of Trust; Finding Your Way Through Uncertainty, Change & Transition, by Victoria Crawford. Do you want to feel more connected with your own heart and inner wisdom? Do you have a decision to make and wish you knew what to do next? Are you feeling stuck? Change can be hard and times of transition unsettling, especially if the path forward is not clear or the outcome assured. Very few of us have learned HOW to be in the uncertainty and still stay grounded, centered and open to opportunities. Did you know that the opposite of trust is not self doubt, worry or confusion? It is fear. Fear constricts and limits your ability to think, be constructive with your time and appreciate the beauty and the essence of your life. It holds you back from living with a greater sense of ease and flow and keeps you stuck. This Workbook will help you navigate through change and uncertainty with greater clarity and compassion. It's a simple pathway, and when experienced it will deepen trust in yourself, others and in life and lead to positive, forward moving action! What would it be like if you knew that regardless of what you were facing you could find your way? How then would you live? This is the promise inherent in the Way of Discovery. It will teach you, when you trust yourself you will know what to do and how to live!

A sophisticated investor's practical tool kit for analyzing the science, business, opportunities, and risks in the century's most promising industry The world is entering a biotechnology boom-but only informed investors will prosper in the incredibly complex biotech business. Separating the bioengineered wheat from the chaff, San Francisco Chronicle science and technology columnist Tom Abate, one of the top objective authorities on biotech, gives investors the analytical foundation to understand the science, finances, time horizon, and technological and commercial potential of this burgeoning industry. In The Biotech Investor, Abate provides sophisticated business analysis, guidelines for assessing company leadership, easy-to-digest reports from the labs, and indispensable investor tools and metrics. He explains how breaking news, medical conferences, U.S. Food and Drug Administration approvals, and the patent process affect investing strategies. Finally, he looks beyond medicine to review the financial opportunities presented by biotechnology advances in everything from agriculture to jean manufacturing, and shows investors how to identify "coattail" industries such as instrumentation and software development that will benefit from biotech successes. The Biotech Investor is the comprehensive, expert source for successful and intelligent investing in one of the twenty-first century's most promising industries.