Author: Claudia Helt
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982248904
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 287
Book Description
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” Anthropologist Margaret Mead’s famous quote may come to mind as you read this second volume in the Seeking Our Humanity series. In the first book, a small group of friends learned that the environmental crisis plaguing the Earth was not only grounded in our material pollution of land, seas and skies. A mysterious traveler from another plane of existence taught them that the Life Being Earth feels the anger, hatred, violence, and cruelty that people bear toward one another; they poison her life’s very essence. Gently and firmly, he emphasized the urgency of the crisis and the gravity of the stakes: Earth will soon reach a tipping point that will make her uninhabitable for humankind. The mysterious guest invited them to join with beings throughout the universe to rescue the Earth, and taught them the simple steps that they could take daily to help her heal from this invisible, deadly toxicity. Called and empowered to be part of the solution, they joined forces to do so. In this installment, the commitment of these twelve dear friends to the mission deepens and expands. As they hone their skills, they confront the deep-seated doubts and fears that arise from so daunting a challenge. Readers find themselves embraced in the tender compassion that permeates their relationships, the deep listening and encouragement that they share with one another. Those who seek to heal the Earth, find healing themselves.
Seeking Our Humanity Part Ii
Author: Claudia Helt
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982248904
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 287
Book Description
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” Anthropologist Margaret Mead’s famous quote may come to mind as you read this second volume in the Seeking Our Humanity series. In the first book, a small group of friends learned that the environmental crisis plaguing the Earth was not only grounded in our material pollution of land, seas and skies. A mysterious traveler from another plane of existence taught them that the Life Being Earth feels the anger, hatred, violence, and cruelty that people bear toward one another; they poison her life’s very essence. Gently and firmly, he emphasized the urgency of the crisis and the gravity of the stakes: Earth will soon reach a tipping point that will make her uninhabitable for humankind. The mysterious guest invited them to join with beings throughout the universe to rescue the Earth, and taught them the simple steps that they could take daily to help her heal from this invisible, deadly toxicity. Called and empowered to be part of the solution, they joined forces to do so. In this installment, the commitment of these twelve dear friends to the mission deepens and expands. As they hone their skills, they confront the deep-seated doubts and fears that arise from so daunting a challenge. Readers find themselves embraced in the tender compassion that permeates their relationships, the deep listening and encouragement that they share with one another. Those who seek to heal the Earth, find healing themselves.
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982248904
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 287
Book Description
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” Anthropologist Margaret Mead’s famous quote may come to mind as you read this second volume in the Seeking Our Humanity series. In the first book, a small group of friends learned that the environmental crisis plaguing the Earth was not only grounded in our material pollution of land, seas and skies. A mysterious traveler from another plane of existence taught them that the Life Being Earth feels the anger, hatred, violence, and cruelty that people bear toward one another; they poison her life’s very essence. Gently and firmly, he emphasized the urgency of the crisis and the gravity of the stakes: Earth will soon reach a tipping point that will make her uninhabitable for humankind. The mysterious guest invited them to join with beings throughout the universe to rescue the Earth, and taught them the simple steps that they could take daily to help her heal from this invisible, deadly toxicity. Called and empowered to be part of the solution, they joined forces to do so. In this installment, the commitment of these twelve dear friends to the mission deepens and expands. As they hone their skills, they confront the deep-seated doubts and fears that arise from so daunting a challenge. Readers find themselves embraced in the tender compassion that permeates their relationships, the deep listening and encouragement that they share with one another. Those who seek to heal the Earth, find healing themselves.
Seeking Our Humanity Part Iii
Author: Claudia Helt
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982253320
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Grace abounds in the final installment of the Seeking Our Humanity trilogy. The eight friends, who originally committed to healing the Earth, continue to reach out, and wonderful new people with similar passions for saving Mother Earth enthusiastically join the cause. Friendships among the characters deepen, as do their relationships with the Earth and with the Visitor from another plane who first brought the news that Earth’s crisis was grounded in humankind’s violence, anger, and greed. Visibly present or not, this gentle man is an influential presence in the lives of the Family of Friends. Serving as a Guide and Spiritual Companion, he assists them individually and collectively as they face the deep-seated fears that underlie so much of humanity’s negative behavior and energy. Through their development, we, the readers, are assisted in facing the reality of our own personal impact upon self, others, and the Earth. We learn that our behaviors matter and that the ramifications of our words, actions, deeds, and ill will have devastating effects on those around us, including the Life Being Earth. This is a reality that must be faced. And we can! There is reason for hope! We are capable of making the necessary changes. Now, in this pivotal moment in time, we can make the most important changes in our history. We are not alone in this endeavor. For the sake of humanity and for the well being of the Earth, it is time for all the people of Earth to take the next step in becoming the peaceable beings that we are intended to be. Readers of Seeking Our Humanity, Part III are blessed to recognize themselves through the heartfelt development of our different characters and are moved to grow with them, more and more, toward becoming beings of loving kindness.
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982253320
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Grace abounds in the final installment of the Seeking Our Humanity trilogy. The eight friends, who originally committed to healing the Earth, continue to reach out, and wonderful new people with similar passions for saving Mother Earth enthusiastically join the cause. Friendships among the characters deepen, as do their relationships with the Earth and with the Visitor from another plane who first brought the news that Earth’s crisis was grounded in humankind’s violence, anger, and greed. Visibly present or not, this gentle man is an influential presence in the lives of the Family of Friends. Serving as a Guide and Spiritual Companion, he assists them individually and collectively as they face the deep-seated fears that underlie so much of humanity’s negative behavior and energy. Through their development, we, the readers, are assisted in facing the reality of our own personal impact upon self, others, and the Earth. We learn that our behaviors matter and that the ramifications of our words, actions, deeds, and ill will have devastating effects on those around us, including the Life Being Earth. This is a reality that must be faced. And we can! There is reason for hope! We are capable of making the necessary changes. Now, in this pivotal moment in time, we can make the most important changes in our history. We are not alone in this endeavor. For the sake of humanity and for the well being of the Earth, it is time for all the people of Earth to take the next step in becoming the peaceable beings that we are intended to be. Readers of Seeking Our Humanity, Part III are blessed to recognize themselves through the heartfelt development of our different characters and are moved to grow with them, more and more, toward becoming beings of loving kindness.
Seeking Our Humanity
Author: Claudia Helt
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982245441
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
Exciting News: Seeking Our Humanity received Honorable Mention Award at the 2020 Paris Book Festival Seeking Our Humanity is an opportunity for humankind to save the Earth from her present precarious condition. Her symptoms are obvious: raging storms, warming oceans, sweeping fires, harmful plastics in our food and water. Global pollution of her lands, seas and skies are abuses that she suffers daily. For millennia, we took Earth for granted and believed that she was impervious to our abuses. Now we finally recognize Earth’s vulnerability. We see the existential crisis our choices have caused and we must face the unthinkable reality that life, as we know it, might well end. Thankfully many are taking action to limit the harm of our material waste by refusing, reducing, reusing and recycling. As we strive to reverse the damage already done, one wonders if there is more we can do to help heal Mother Earth? Indeed there is! Earth’s ill health is rooted in the toxicity of human emotions and actions. This is the harsh truth presented in Seeking Our Humanity. But there is more! This book is filled with hope. As it reveals the problem, it also shows us how to address it! Just as our physical and chemical trash poison Earth’s land, sky and waters, our hatred, anger, violence, and harsh judgment poison her life essence. Although this damage is not visible, nor scientifically measurable, it is no less real and threatening to Earth’s survival and ours. As a gentle man from parts unknown illuminates the problem and the solutions to a group of old friends, the readers of Seeking Out Humanity learn the simple steps that they and all people everywhere can take to help heal the Life Being Earth. Most important, they learn that they, that we, are not alone in this commitment.
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982245441
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
Exciting News: Seeking Our Humanity received Honorable Mention Award at the 2020 Paris Book Festival Seeking Our Humanity is an opportunity for humankind to save the Earth from her present precarious condition. Her symptoms are obvious: raging storms, warming oceans, sweeping fires, harmful plastics in our food and water. Global pollution of her lands, seas and skies are abuses that she suffers daily. For millennia, we took Earth for granted and believed that she was impervious to our abuses. Now we finally recognize Earth’s vulnerability. We see the existential crisis our choices have caused and we must face the unthinkable reality that life, as we know it, might well end. Thankfully many are taking action to limit the harm of our material waste by refusing, reducing, reusing and recycling. As we strive to reverse the damage already done, one wonders if there is more we can do to help heal Mother Earth? Indeed there is! Earth’s ill health is rooted in the toxicity of human emotions and actions. This is the harsh truth presented in Seeking Our Humanity. But there is more! This book is filled with hope. As it reveals the problem, it also shows us how to address it! Just as our physical and chemical trash poison Earth’s land, sky and waters, our hatred, anger, violence, and harsh judgment poison her life essence. Although this damage is not visible, nor scientifically measurable, it is no less real and threatening to Earth’s survival and ours. As a gentle man from parts unknown illuminates the problem and the solutions to a group of old friends, the readers of Seeking Out Humanity learn the simple steps that they and all people everywhere can take to help heal the Life Being Earth. Most important, they learn that they, that we, are not alone in this commitment.
Seeking A Better Me!
Author: Claudia Helt
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN:
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 127
Book Description
Dear Reader, it is time for you to discover who you really are! Somehow, in some way, you and this book, Seeking A Better Me! have crossed paths at this particular time in this particular place for a reason that may or may not be known to you. Curious? Yes. Mysterious? Indeed. A coincidence? Not a chance! Dear Reader, accept the reality that the appearance of this book is a reminder. Seeking A Better Me! is more than just a title for a new book. It is a message for all of us! We all need gentle reminders that ground us back into reality and this message does that. I want to be a better me! Don’t you? Just imagine what can happen if you and I decide to be the people we are meant to be. Seriously, let yourself imagine this idea. We both have more to offer to this remarkable life we are living. We both have more to offer this wonderful planet that we are living upon. And we both have more to offer each other and all those others around us to whom we rarely give a moment of our time. Dear Reader, I truly want to be a better me and I hope you do as well. Shall we take this next bold step together? Let’s accept this invitation and become the better people we are intended to be! Hand-in-hand, heart-to-heart, let’s do this!
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN:
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 127
Book Description
Dear Reader, it is time for you to discover who you really are! Somehow, in some way, you and this book, Seeking A Better Me! have crossed paths at this particular time in this particular place for a reason that may or may not be known to you. Curious? Yes. Mysterious? Indeed. A coincidence? Not a chance! Dear Reader, accept the reality that the appearance of this book is a reminder. Seeking A Better Me! is more than just a title for a new book. It is a message for all of us! We all need gentle reminders that ground us back into reality and this message does that. I want to be a better me! Don’t you? Just imagine what can happen if you and I decide to be the people we are meant to be. Seriously, let yourself imagine this idea. We both have more to offer to this remarkable life we are living. We both have more to offer this wonderful planet that we are living upon. And we both have more to offer each other and all those others around us to whom we rarely give a moment of our time. Dear Reader, I truly want to be a better me and I hope you do as well. Shall we take this next bold step together? Let’s accept this invitation and become the better people we are intended to be! Hand-in-hand, heart-to-heart, let’s do this!
Behave
Author: Robert M. Sapolsky
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0143110918
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 801
Book Description
New York Times bestseller • Winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize • One of the Washington Post's 10 Best Books of the Year “It’s no exaggeration to say that Behave is one of the best nonfiction books I’ve ever read.” —David P. Barash, The Wall Street Journal "It has my vote for science book of the year.” —Parul Sehgal, The New York Times "Immensely readable, often hilarious...Hands-down one of the best books I’ve read in years. I loved it." —Dina Temple-Raston, The Washington Post From the bestselling author of A Primate's Memoir and the forthcoming Determined: A Science of Life Without Free Will comes a landmark, genre-defining examination of human behavior and an answer to the question: Why do we do the things we do? Behave is one of the most dazzling tours d’horizon of the science of human behavior ever attempted. Moving across a range of disciplines, Sapolsky—a neuroscientist and primatologist—uncovers the hidden story of our actions. Undertaking some of our thorniest questions relating to tribalism and xenophobia, hierarchy and competition, and war and peace, Behave is a towering achievement—a majestic synthesis of cutting-edge research and a heroic exploration of why we ultimately do the things we do . . . for good and for ill.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0143110918
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 801
Book Description
New York Times bestseller • Winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize • One of the Washington Post's 10 Best Books of the Year “It’s no exaggeration to say that Behave is one of the best nonfiction books I’ve ever read.” —David P. Barash, The Wall Street Journal "It has my vote for science book of the year.” —Parul Sehgal, The New York Times "Immensely readable, often hilarious...Hands-down one of the best books I’ve read in years. I loved it." —Dina Temple-Raston, The Washington Post From the bestselling author of A Primate's Memoir and the forthcoming Determined: A Science of Life Without Free Will comes a landmark, genre-defining examination of human behavior and an answer to the question: Why do we do the things we do? Behave is one of the most dazzling tours d’horizon of the science of human behavior ever attempted. Moving across a range of disciplines, Sapolsky—a neuroscientist and primatologist—uncovers the hidden story of our actions. Undertaking some of our thorniest questions relating to tribalism and xenophobia, hierarchy and competition, and war and peace, Behave is a towering achievement—a majestic synthesis of cutting-edge research and a heroic exploration of why we ultimately do the things we do . . . for good and for ill.
What Awaits Us...
Author: Claudia Helt
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982278641
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 261
Book Description
Mother Earth’s health crisis is no secret. What Awaits Us... does not shy from the truth about Earth’s decline. Instead, through a truly enchanting tale, it expands our understanding of our enormous global challenge, and lays out a solution that every person on the planet can adopt. In astonishing and touching encounters, Nature’s precious representatives telepathically deliver urgent messages that humankind’s inhumanity is at the root of Earth’s failing health. We discover from these sagacious creatures that the negative energy created from our thoughts, words, and deeds is even more destructive to the planet than is our material pollution. Although the messages funneled through this story are heartbreaking, hope is inspired when a diverse group of characters, including wildlife, amiable humans, deceased ancestors, and Those Who Came Before, collaborate in developing a plan to restore Earth’s health. Through simple steps, The Plan, which is a transformative opportunity, teaches us how to release our negative tendencies. The Plan easily fits into our daily lives, and as we make positive changes, the Earth’s health rapidly improves. By participating in The Plan, you will profoundly help the planet while also healing yourself.
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982278641
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 261
Book Description
Mother Earth’s health crisis is no secret. What Awaits Us... does not shy from the truth about Earth’s decline. Instead, through a truly enchanting tale, it expands our understanding of our enormous global challenge, and lays out a solution that every person on the planet can adopt. In astonishing and touching encounters, Nature’s precious representatives telepathically deliver urgent messages that humankind’s inhumanity is at the root of Earth’s failing health. We discover from these sagacious creatures that the negative energy created from our thoughts, words, and deeds is even more destructive to the planet than is our material pollution. Although the messages funneled through this story are heartbreaking, hope is inspired when a diverse group of characters, including wildlife, amiable humans, deceased ancestors, and Those Who Came Before, collaborate in developing a plan to restore Earth’s health. Through simple steps, The Plan, which is a transformative opportunity, teaches us how to release our negative tendencies. The Plan easily fits into our daily lives, and as we make positive changes, the Earth’s health rapidly improves. By participating in The Plan, you will profoundly help the planet while also healing yourself.
Listen Carefully, Please!
Author: Claudia Helt
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 75
Book Description
As the title infers, “Listen Carefully, Please!” demands your attention. It is a book that inspires deep heartfelt connections and compassion for others, while enriching one’s awareness of his or her role in this experience called life. Above all, it is a book that awakens the reader to the needs of others, especially Mother Earth. Although many adults have ignored the needs of the planet, “Listen Carefully, Please!” boldly targets the reality of Earth’s current situation. Through fascinating and loving encounters with various species, six young explorers encounter remarkable events that reveal realities not experienced before. These interactions profoundly change the young adventurers, inspiring them to take action on behalf of the Earth. “Listen Carefully, Please!” is especially presented for the youth of today; however, it spans all ages, touching the hearts of the young and those who are young at heart. Regardless of the age of the reader, there is opportunity for connection, expansion, and enhancement.
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 75
Book Description
As the title infers, “Listen Carefully, Please!” demands your attention. It is a book that inspires deep heartfelt connections and compassion for others, while enriching one’s awareness of his or her role in this experience called life. Above all, it is a book that awakens the reader to the needs of others, especially Mother Earth. Although many adults have ignored the needs of the planet, “Listen Carefully, Please!” boldly targets the reality of Earth’s current situation. Through fascinating and loving encounters with various species, six young explorers encounter remarkable events that reveal realities not experienced before. These interactions profoundly change the young adventurers, inspiring them to take action on behalf of the Earth. “Listen Carefully, Please!” is especially presented for the youth of today; however, it spans all ages, touching the hearts of the young and those who are young at heart. Regardless of the age of the reader, there is opportunity for connection, expansion, and enhancement.
Love Thy Neighbor
Author: Claudia Helt
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982265892
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Love Thy Neighbor is an enlightening tale that brings new meaning to a Message of Old. It is a breathtaking story about personal and global healing that illuminates changes that are necessary for the sake of Mother Earth and her inhabitants. Claudia Helt has successfully brought another powerful message through the ether in this new adventure that models how relationships are intended to be. In Love Thy Neighbor, we witness gentle, heartfelt relationships with neighbors living across the street and others, who reside in places beyond the scope of our imagination. And through numerous scenarios, we also are introduced to delightful neighbors whom we rarely notice, even though their presence is blatantly obvious. Ironically, these neighbors are acutely aware of our presence and they are striving to gain our attention. Love Thy Neighbor is a beautiful story that touches the heart and awakens us to take action. This is a story for everyone who desires to make our world a better place to live.
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982265892
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Love Thy Neighbor is an enlightening tale that brings new meaning to a Message of Old. It is a breathtaking story about personal and global healing that illuminates changes that are necessary for the sake of Mother Earth and her inhabitants. Claudia Helt has successfully brought another powerful message through the ether in this new adventure that models how relationships are intended to be. In Love Thy Neighbor, we witness gentle, heartfelt relationships with neighbors living across the street and others, who reside in places beyond the scope of our imagination. And through numerous scenarios, we also are introduced to delightful neighbors whom we rarely notice, even though their presence is blatantly obvious. Ironically, these neighbors are acutely aware of our presence and they are striving to gain our attention. Love Thy Neighbor is a beautiful story that touches the heart and awakens us to take action. This is a story for everyone who desires to make our world a better place to live.
The Word Became Flesh
Author: E. Stanley Jones
Publisher: Abingdon Press
ISBN: 1501828924
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
This updated classic contains 364 daily devotionals revolving around "And the Word became flesh" (John 1:14) and its meaning for a transformed life. From his wide experience with world religions and contact with believers across the globe, E. Stanley Jones explains the difference between Christianity (in which God reaches toward humanity through Jesus Christ) and other faiths (in which humanity reaches toward God in various ways). Includes: Daily scripture reading, commentary, a prayer and affirmation for each day. Discussion guide for 52 weeks with several questions for reflection and conversation Scripture index Topical index E. Stanley Jones (1884-1973) was perhaps the most widely known and admired Christian evangelist of his time. He spent a lifetime in missionary work in India, Japan, and other countries, and touched many more lives through his writings. Praise for the original volume: "...goes to the heart of the matter, for it deals with that which makes the Christian religion unique and enduring among all religions: God becoming man, a religion rooted and grounded in human history." --Kirkus "Characteristically always spiritually motivated and down to the very hear of life itself." --Christian Herald
Publisher: Abingdon Press
ISBN: 1501828924
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
This updated classic contains 364 daily devotionals revolving around "And the Word became flesh" (John 1:14) and its meaning for a transformed life. From his wide experience with world religions and contact with believers across the globe, E. Stanley Jones explains the difference between Christianity (in which God reaches toward humanity through Jesus Christ) and other faiths (in which humanity reaches toward God in various ways). Includes: Daily scripture reading, commentary, a prayer and affirmation for each day. Discussion guide for 52 weeks with several questions for reflection and conversation Scripture index Topical index E. Stanley Jones (1884-1973) was perhaps the most widely known and admired Christian evangelist of his time. He spent a lifetime in missionary work in India, Japan, and other countries, and touched many more lives through his writings. Praise for the original volume: "...goes to the heart of the matter, for it deals with that which makes the Christian religion unique and enduring among all religions: God becoming man, a religion rooted and grounded in human history." --Kirkus "Characteristically always spiritually motivated and down to the very hear of life itself." --Christian Herald
Humanity in a Creative Universe
Author: Stuart A. Kauffman
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199390479
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
In the hard sciences, which can often feel out of grasp for many lay readers, there are "great thinkers" who go far beyond the equations, formulas, and research. Minds such as Stephen Hawking philosophize about the functions and nature of the universe, the implications of our existence, and other impossibly fascinating, yet difficult questions. Stuart A. Kauffman is one of those great thinkers. He has dedicated his lifetime to researching "complex systems" at prestigious institutions and now writes his treatise on the most complex system of all: our universe. A recent Scientific American article claims that "philosophy begins where physics ends, and physics begins where philosophy ends," and perhaps no better quote sums up what Kauffman's latest book offers. Grounded in his rigorous training and research background, Kauffman is inter-disciplinary in every sense of the word, sorting through the major questions and theories in biology, physics, and philosophy. Best known for his philosophy of evolutionary biology, Kauffman coined the term "prestatability" to call into question whether science can ever accurately and precisely predict the future development of biological features in organisms. As evidenced by the title's mention of creativity, the book refreshingly argues that our preoccupation to explain all things with scientific law has deadened our creative natures. In this fascinating read, Kauffman concludes that the development of life on earth is not entirely predictable, because no theory could ever fully account for the limitless variations of evolution. Sure to cause a stir, this book will be discussed for years to come and may even set the tone for the next "great thinker."
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199390479
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
In the hard sciences, which can often feel out of grasp for many lay readers, there are "great thinkers" who go far beyond the equations, formulas, and research. Minds such as Stephen Hawking philosophize about the functions and nature of the universe, the implications of our existence, and other impossibly fascinating, yet difficult questions. Stuart A. Kauffman is one of those great thinkers. He has dedicated his lifetime to researching "complex systems" at prestigious institutions and now writes his treatise on the most complex system of all: our universe. A recent Scientific American article claims that "philosophy begins where physics ends, and physics begins where philosophy ends," and perhaps no better quote sums up what Kauffman's latest book offers. Grounded in his rigorous training and research background, Kauffman is inter-disciplinary in every sense of the word, sorting through the major questions and theories in biology, physics, and philosophy. Best known for his philosophy of evolutionary biology, Kauffman coined the term "prestatability" to call into question whether science can ever accurately and precisely predict the future development of biological features in organisms. As evidenced by the title's mention of creativity, the book refreshingly argues that our preoccupation to explain all things with scientific law has deadened our creative natures. In this fascinating read, Kauffman concludes that the development of life on earth is not entirely predictable, because no theory could ever fully account for the limitless variations of evolution. Sure to cause a stir, this book will be discussed for years to come and may even set the tone for the next "great thinker."