Multiverse Theories (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781108487122)

If the laws of nature are fine-tuned for life, can we infer other universes with different laws? How could we even test such a theory without empirical access to those distant places? Can we believe in the multiverse of the Everett interpretation of quantum theory or in the reality of other possible worlds, as advocated by philosopher David Lewis? At the intersection of physics and philosophy of science, this book outlines the philosophical challenge to theoretical physics in a measured, well-grounded manner. The origin of multiverse theories are explored within the context of the fine-tuning problem and a systematic comparison between the various different multiverse models are included. Cosmologists, high energy physicists, and philosophers including graduate students and researchers will find a systematic exploration of such questions in this important book.

Author: Simon Friederich
ISBN-10: 1108487122
ISBN-13: 9781108487122
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 01/28/2021
Pages: 210
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.80h x 7.70w x 0.60d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 12/01/2021