The Fabric of Reality
The Fabric of Reality
David Deutsch
Naval Ravikant
Naval Ravikant tweeted about this book.
Chris Anderson
I honestly think it was reading [this book] that finally gave me the courage, 18 years ago, to leave my company and take over leadership of TED. - Chris Anderson
Steve Jurvetson
Realized that a quantum computer would be fundamentally unlike anything we have in this world today. - Steve Jurvetson
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The Fabric of Reality

The Fabric of Reality: The Science of Parallel Universes--and Its Implications

David Deutsch
David Deutsch
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David Deutsch
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In "The Fabric of Reality," David Deutsch embarks on a bold journey beyond the borders of conventional physics to explore a universe teeming with parallel realities, at the heart of which lies quantum theory. Deutsch, a physicist with a penchant for profound originality, weaves together the seemingly disparate threads of evolution, computation, knowledge, and quantum physics into a single, unified tapestry that challenges and expands our understanding of the cosmos. His narrative posits a world where quantum computers harness the power of parallel universes, time travel rests on solid scientific foundations, and the mysteries of existence are not only solvable but intrinsically linked to the fabric of reality itself. Deutsch's vision is a groundbreaking synthesis that dares to address some of the most complex and pressing questions of our time. What is the ultimate fate of the universe? Can the nature of reality be fully comprehended and described? Through a compelling blend of science, philosophy, and a touch of science fiction, "The Fabric of Reality" offers an optimistic and revolutionary perspective on the universe. This work is not just an intellectual feast for scientists, philosophers, and technophiles but also a beacon of hope for anyone intrigued by the vast, mysterious universe we inhabit. Deutsch invites readers on an exhilarating expedition to the very edge of current scientific understanding and beyond, revealing a cosmos far more fascinating and hopeful than we could have ever imagined.

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Released
1996
26 Sep
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I honestly think it was reading [this book] that finally gave me the courage, 18 years ago, to leave my company and take over leadership of TED. - Chris Anderson
Realized that a quantum computer would be fundamentally unlike anything we have in this world today. - Steve Jurvetson
Naval Ravikant tweeted about this book.
The whole [scientific] process resembles biological evolution. A problem is like an ecological niche, and a theory is like a gene or a species which is being tested for viability in that niche.
— David Deutsch, The Fabric of Reality

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