Over the years, aside from numerous scholarly papers, Dr. Raman has written scores of articles and lectured for the general public on various aspects of science and its impact on society. Many of these have been in the form of commentaries and personal reflections. The present volume is a collection of some of those. They range in themes from comets and eclipses to brief biographies of Bohr and De Broglie, to reflections on Science and Religion. Also included in this volume are some book reviews.

Scientific Perspectives: Essays & Reflections of a Physicist- Humanist

Raman, Varadaraja V.

Raman, V.V.

Science & Math

Xlibris, Corp.

Scientific Perspectives

AuthorHouse

Glimpses of Ancient Science and Scientists

Ancient science grew from the efforts of men and women of ages long past, speaking different languages, living with world views very different from our own. All through human history, every culture has had original thinkers, creative artists, and hard working achievers. Their labors resulted in discoveries which constituted the science of the age. As we embark on the next millennium, it will be good to recognize that we are, one and all, heirs to many interesting ideas, insights and breakthroughs that were initiated by ancient peoples. Though their works were affiliated with different cultures and periods, we must learn to look upon them as humanity's heritage, rather than as the specific achievements of this group or that. The ancients made many interesting and significant contributions to scientific thought and discoveries, which we should recall, appreciate, and be grateful for. The propounders of earlier world views were men and women of keen intellect who gave what seemed to them to be the most satisfying answers to the questions they posed, within the constraints of their cultural framework and currently available data. They are deserving of our highest respect and warmest admiration. Yet, it is important to recognize that there are also fundamental differences between ancient and modern science. Even in the midst of our current civilization characterized by fast pace and countless gadgetry, it may be of some interest to look into the thoughts and achievements of ancient science. It is by knowing, however superficially, what other cultures accomplished that we develop genuine respect for them. This book should be of interest to the general reader, and it may also serve as a text in an introductory course on the history of science, for all too often such courses barely mention anything beyond ancient Greece in the context of ancient science.

History

Ancient Civilizations

Indic Visions is the tenth book by the acclaimed scientist and humanist Varadaraja V Raman In it he provides a detailed introduction to Indic religions and contemporary interpretations thereof consistent with modern science In a world of rapid changes dangerous fundamentalism parochial chauvinisms culture wars and clashing civilizations this book provides both a soothing balm and potent antidote By delving more deeply into Indic civilization Raman shows us the way to transform our emerging global civilization in wholesome and healthy ways consistent with science and the great challenges of the 21st century

Indic Visions: In an Age of Science

Religion & Spirituality

Religious Studies

Xlibris

This is a collection of brief biographies of scientists from different countries who have made significant contributions to science and mathematics. It also presents in terse terms their works and relevance in the history of science.

Remembering Great Scientists Volume I: Brief Bios

Biographies & Memoirs

Professionals & Academics

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Quest for the Original Bharata Samhita and Mahabharata Story

SEN, SISIR KUMAR

Asia

Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan

Random Rhymes and Various Verses

Literature & Fiction

Literary

Independently published

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