The Order of Time
by Carlo Rovelli
Explores the nature of time and how human beings have understood it throughout history, from the earliest civilizations to the latest scientific discoveries. It delves into the physics and philosophy of time, and presents a comprehensive and accessible framework for understanding the fundamental concepts of time and space.
"Time is a trick, time is a game we play."
- Carlo Rovelli, The Order of Time
My Review:
This book is about challenging the conventional ideas we have about time through the lens of physics. The author, Carlo Rovelli, a theoretical physicist from Italy, utilizes the latest research in his field to explain the complicated and sometimes confusing realities of time. He delves into the concept that time moves at different speeds in different places, explains why the world is composed of events instead of objects, and highlights the significance of the sun's energy in shaping human history. This book provides a unique perspective that makes everyday concepts seem strange and unfamiliar.
Some of the lessons I learned from this book are:
- Time moves at different speeds at different places.
- The world is made up of events rather than things.
- Human history can’t exist without the sun.