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Consilience: The Unity of Knowledge
Consilience The Unity of Knowledge
Author: Edward O.Wilson
Historically, all of the sciences were once united under the rubric of "natural science." Over time, they became fragmented and specialized. Nevertheless, Wilson argues that there is a genetic and neurological basis for knowledge and that all subjects of human inquiry can be reunited under the umbrella of "consilience." — Copyright 1999 Reed Busi...  more »
ISBN: 137198
Publication Date: 1998
Pages: 332
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Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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Delos avatar reviewed Consilience: The Unity of Knowledge on
Never read this one, but I did meet the author. Incredible scientist AND a very very nice gentleman. If anyone alive currently has a shot of leaving a legacy that would change the world, it would be this guy. Come to think of it, maybe I really should have read this book...
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Wilson is a key interdisciplinary thinker and writer. This book is densely written, and startling at times in how provocative some of his thoughts are.


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