Last Thoughts

Discover the Wisdom of a Universal Genius in „Last Thoughts” by Henri Poincaré

 

Step into the mind of one of history’s greatest thinkers, Henri Poincaré. Renowned as a mathematician, physicist, philosopher, and engineer, Poincaré’s insights have shaped modern science and philosophy. In „Last Thoughts,” you’ll explore his profound reflections on the nature of science, mathematics, morality, and the universe—collected in a volume he intended as a capstone to his philosophical works.

About the Author

Henri Poincaré (1854–1912) was a pioneering scientist whose groundbreaking work laid the foundation for chaos theory, the qualitative study of differential equations, and aspects of special relativity. Known as the „last universalist,” Poincaré was a master of all branches of mathematics and made significant contributions to theoretical physics and philosophy. His ability to bridge disciplines and his deep philosophical insights make his writings timeless.

What You’ll Find Inside

1. The Evolution of Scientific Laws
   • Are natural laws immutable? Poincaré explores the philosophical implications of changing scientific paradigms.
2. Space and Time
   • Investigate the nature of dimensions and relativity through the eyes of one of its key precursors.
3. Mathematics and Infinity
   • Delve into the logic and philosophy of mathematical thought, including discussions on infinity and its paradoxes.
4. Morality and Science
   • Discover Poincaré’s thoughts on the intersection of ethics and the pursuit of knowledge.
5. Reports on Matter and Ether
   • Gain insight into early 20th-century physics as Poincaré critiques and advances contemporary theories.

Why This Book Matters

„Last Thoughts” is more than a historical artifact; it’s a masterclass in critical thinking, bridging the abstract and the concrete, the scientific and the philosophical. Poincaré’s ability to pose questions that remain relevant today makes this work an essential read for anyone curious about the nature of knowledge and the universe.

Praise for Poincaré

“Henri Poincaré was not just a mathematician and physicist; he was a philosopher who understood the underpinnings of science as no one else of his time.” – Science Journal

“Reading Poincaré is like peering into the soul of modern science.” – Philosophy Quarterly

A Timeless Translation

This edition, translated by Nicolae Sfetcu, brings Poincaré’s profound reflections to a new audience. With meticulous attention to detail, the translation preserves the elegance and clarity of Poincaré’s original prose.

Details

• Translator: Nicolae Sfetcu
• Publisher: MultiMedia Publishing
• ISBN: 978-606-033-289-3

Embark on a journey through the thoughts of a universal genius. Whether you are a philosopher, scientist, or curious reader, „Last Thoughts” will inspire and challenge your understanding of the world.

 

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Henri Poincaré is a mathematician, physicist, philosopher and engineer, born April 29, 1854 in Nancy and died July 17, 1912 in Paris. He has carried out works of major importance in optics and in infinitesimal calculus. His advances on the problem of the three bodies make him a founder of the qualitative study of systems of differential equations and chaos theory; he is also a major precursor of the theory of special relativity and the theory of dynamical systems. Henri Poincaré is considered one of the last great universal scholars, mastering all branches of mathematics of his time and some branches of physics.

This book gathers here various articles and lectures that Henri Poincaré himself intended to form the fourth volume of his works of philosophy of science. All the previous ones had already appeared in this collection. It would be useless to recall their prodigious success. The most illustrious of modern mathematicians has been an eminent philosopher, one of those whose books profoundly influence human thought. It is probable that if Henri Poincaré himself had published this volume, he would have modified certain details, removed some repetitions. But it seemed to us that the respect due to the memory of this great death forbade any editing of his text.

 

CONTENTS:

1. THE EVOLUTION OF LAWS
2. SPACE AND TIME
3. WHY SPACE WITH THREE DIMENSIONS
– 3.1 THE ANALYSIS SITUS AND THE CONTINUOUS
– 3.2 THE CONTINUUM AND THE CUTS
– 3.4 SPACE AND MOVEMENTS
– 3.5 SPACE AND NATURE
– 3.6 ANALYSIS SITUS AND INTUITION
4. THE LOGIC OF INFINITY
– 4.1 WHAT A CLASSIFICATION MUST BE
– 4.2 THE CARDINAL NUMBER
– 4.3 THE MEMORY OF MR. RUSSEL
– 4.4 AXIOM OF REDUCIBILITY
– 4.5 THE MEMORY OF MR. ZERMELO
– 4.6 THE USE OF INFINITY
5. MATHEMATICS AND LOGIC
6. QUANTA HYPOTHESIS
– 6.1 THERMODYNAMICS AND PROBABILITY
– 6.2 THE LAW OF RADIATION
– 6.3 QUANTA OF ENERGY
– 6.4 DISCUSSION OF THE PREVIOUS HYPOTHESIS
– 6.5 QUANTA OF ACTION
– 6.6 THE NEW THEORY OF PLANCK
– 6.7 THE IDEAS OF MR. SOMMERFELD
– 6.8 CONCLUSIONS
7. REPORTS ON MATTER AND ETHER
8. MORALITY AND SCIENCE
9. THE MORAL UNION
About the translator
– Nicolae Sfetcu
– – Contact
– – Other books
Publishing House
– MultiMedia Publishing

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