Four-Dimensional Vistas by Claude Fayette Bragdon
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| Author | Bragdon, Claude Fayette, 1866-1946 |
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| Title | Four-Dimensional Vistas |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | The quest of freedom -- The dimensional ladder -- Physical phenomena -- Transcendental physics -- Curved time -- Sleep and dreams -- The night side of consciousness -- The eastern teaching -- The mystics -- Genius -- The gift of freedom. |
| Credits | Produced by PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "Four-Dimensional Vistas" by Claude Fayette Bragdon is a philosophical and theoretical exploration of space and consciousness written in the early 20th century. The work delves into complex concepts such as the nature of higher dimensions, the impact of the Theory of Relativity, and the interplay between mathematical theorems and human perception. Bragdon suggests that understanding these elements can lead to a profound emancipation of thought and expand the horizons of human consciousness. At the start of the book, the author introduces key ideas surrounding the limitations of common sense and the necessity for a broader understanding of space and time. Through references to historical mathematical breakthroughs, he emphasizes that the familiar notions of three-dimensional space are insufficient to explain advanced phenomena. The opening sets the tone for an intellectual journey, inviting readers to consider the fourth dimension as both a concept and a lived experience that transcends traditional boundaries, thus preparing them for a deeper investigation into the intersections of science, mathematics, and metaphysics throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| Subject | Fourth dimension |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11906 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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