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Book Synopsis: In a universe filled by chaos and disorder, one physicist makes the radical argument that the growth of order drives the passage of time — and shapes the destiny of the universe.
Time is among the universe's greatest mysteries. Why, when most laws of physics allow for it to flow forward and backward, does it only go forward? Physicists have long appealed to the second law of thermodynamics, held to predict the increase of disorder in the universe, to explain this. In The Janus Point, physicist Julian Barbour argues that the second law has been misapplied and that the growth of order determines how we experience time. In his view, the big bang becomes the "Janus point," a moment of minimal order from which time could flow, and order increase, in two directions. The Janus Point has remarkable implications: while most physicists predict that the universe will become mired in disorder, Barbour sees the possibility that order — the stuff of life — can grow without bound.
A major new work of physics, The Janus Point will transform our understanding of the nature of existence.
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Unlock the secrets of time with "The Janus Point: A New Theory of Time" book. Dive into the radical argument by physicist Julian Barbour that challenges the traditional understanding of time. Discover how the growth of order shapes the universe's destiny and learn why time only moves forward. Embrace a new perspective on time and existence that will challenge and captivate your mind.
Explore the fascinating concept presented in The Janus Point that time is not just a mere passage of moments, but a reflection of the universe's order. Julian Barbour's groundbreaking theory will revolutionize your thinking about time and the universe's evolution. Find out why the big bang is considered the "Janus point" and how it holds the key to understanding the flow of time in two directions. Prepare to have your mind expanded and your perceptions of reality redefined.
Be a part of a transformative journey into the realm of physics and existence with The Janus Point. Challenge your beliefs and open your mind to a new way of understanding the nature of time and order in the universe. Embrace the possibility that order can flourish endlessly, defying conventional predictions of disorder. The Janus Point promises to reshape your understanding of the universe and leave you with a profound sense of wonder and contemplation.
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