{"title":"Pier Luisi","description":"\u003cp\u003ePier Luisi’s works explore the profound intersections of mind and spirit, inviting readers into thoughtful examinations of consciousness and inner experience. His writing often bridges contemplative traditions with contemporary insights, offering a unique perspective in the realm of \u003cem\u003eReligion \u0026amp; Spirituality\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect reflective and insightful explorations that encourage deeper understanding of the self and the mysteries of existence. Luisi’s books provide a rich, contemplative experience for those drawn to spiritual inquiry and the mindful engagement of life’s deeper questions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mind-and-life-by-pier-luisi-9780231145510","title":"Mind and Life","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over a decade, a small group of scientists and philosophers—members of the Mind and Life Institute—have met regularly to explore the intersection between science and the spirit. At one of these meetings, the themes discussed were both fundamental and profound: can physics, chemistry, and biology explain the mystery of life? How do our philosophical assumptions influence science and the ethics we bring to biotechnology? And how does an ancient spiritual tradition throw new light on these questions?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePier Luigi Luisi not only reproduces this dramatic, cross-cultural dialogue, in which world-class scientists, philosophers, and Buddhist scholars develop a holistic approach to the scientific exploration of reality, but also adds scientific background to their presentations, as well as supplementary discussions with prominent participants and attendees. Interviews with His Holiness the Karmapa, the Buddhist monk Matthieu Ricard, and the actor and longtime human rights advocate Richard Gere take the proceedings in new directions, enriching the material with personal viewpoints and lively conversation about such topics as the origin of matter, the properties of cells, the nature of evolution, the ethics of genetic manipulation, and the question of consciousness and ethics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA keen study of character, Luisi incorporates his own amusing observations into this fascinating dialogue, painting a very human portrait of some of our greatest—and most intimidating—thinkers. Deeply textured and cleverly crafted, \u003cem\u003eMind and Life\u003c\/em\u003e is an excellent opportunity for any reader to join in the debate surrounding this cutting-edge field of inquiry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47463873380588,"sku":"9780231145510","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780231145510-mind-and-life.jpg?v=1775035423"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/pier-luisi.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}