Raymond Tallis Ordre des livres

Tallis brings his familiar erudition and insight to this most intriguing and important philosophical question - the nature of our freedom - one that impacts most directly on our lives and takes us to the heart of what we are.

A bold, original and thought-provoking exploration of the nature and meaning of time. Tallis, with characteristic fearlessness, seeks to reclaim time from the jaws of physics, arguing that time as it is lived, the long narrative of our human journey, can not be told by caesium clocks and Lorentz coordinates.

Time's mysteries resist comprehension, challenging even the most profound philosophers. In this work, Raymond Tallis explores the nature and meaning of time, drawing on two decades of contemplation and inquiry. He boldly seeks to reclaim time from the confines of physics, emphasizing that for most of us, time encompasses our daily experiences—mornings, afternoons, and evenings—expressed through emotions like hope, longing, and grief. Reflecting on time invites contemplation of our mortality, yet physics offers little insight into the lived experience of time. Tallis argues that the narratives told by caesium clocks and quantum theory must be complemented by the more personal stories of our human journey, including the moss on rocks and tears on faces. Our temporal lives warrant deeper exploration than the equations of mathematical physics provide. The first part critiques the spatialized and mathematized accounts of time from physical science, while the second part delves into the reality of lived time, exploring concepts like "now," our understanding of past and future events, and the notion of eternity.

This collection showcases the sharp wit and insightful critiques of a prominent thinker, offering readers a blend of humor and profound wisdom. Through a variety of essays, the author engages with contemporary issues and timeless themes, encouraging reflection and discussion. The work stands out for its intellectual rigor and entertaining style, making it a compelling read for those interested in thought-provoking commentary.

A new collection from one of the greatest intellects of our generation. Including a highly topical and fiercely argued defence of the NHS. 'Raymond Tallis is one of the very few contemporary thinkers whom I would unequivocally call a genius' - Stuart Kelly, Scotland on Sunday.

Previously published: Durham [England]: Acumen Pub., 2012.

The Black Mirror is a deeply moving and startlingly original celebration of everyday life, by one of our leading thinkers and writers, who has been described as 'One of Britain's greatest intellectual all-rounders. Someone who comes closer than most ever will to knowing everything' (Independent)

Another bumper collection of wit, wisdom and critique from one of our most stimulating thinkers.