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The Fifth Miracle: The Search for the Origin and Meaning of Life,Used
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How and where did life begin? Is it a chemical fluke, unique to Earth, or the product of intriguingly biofriendly laws governing the entire universe? In his latest farreaching book, The Fifth Miracle, internationally acclaimed physicist and writer Paul Davies confronts one of science's great outstanding mysteries the origin of life.Davies shows how new research hints that the crucible of life lay deep within Earth's hot crust, and not in a "warm little pond," as first suggested by Charles Darwin. Bizarre microbes discovered dwelling in the underworld and around submarine volcanic vents are thought to be living fossils. This discovery has transformed scientists' expectations for life on Mars and elsewhere in the universe. Davies stresses the key role that the bombardment of the planets by giant comets and asteroids has played in the origin and evolution of life, arguing that these "deep impacts" delivered the raw material for biology, but also kept life confined to its subterranean haven for millions of years.Recently, scientists have uncovered tantalizing clues that life may have existed and may still exist elsewhere in the universe. The Fifth Miracle recounts the discovery in Antarctica of a meteorite from Mars (ALH84001) that may contain traces of life. Three and a half billion years ago, Mars resembled Earth. It was warm and wet and could have supported primitive organisms. Davies believes that the red planet may still harbor microbes in thermally heated rocks deep below the Martian permafrost. He goes on to describe a still more startling scenario: If life once existed on Mars, might it have originated there and traveled to Earth inside meteorites blasted into space by cosmic impacts? Conversely, did life spread from Earth to Mars? Could microbes have journeyed even farther afield inside comets?Davies builds on the latest scientific discoveries and theories to address the larger question: What, exactly, is life? Davies shows that the living call is an informationprocessing system that uses a sophisticated mathematical code, and he argues that the secret of life lies not with exotic chemistry but with the emergence of informationbased complexity. He then goes on to ask: Is life the inevitable byproduct of physical laws, as many scientists maintain, or an almost miraculous accident? Are we alone in the universe, or will life emerge on all Earthlike planets? And if there is life elsewhere in the universe, is it preordained to evolve toward greater complexity and intelligence? On the answers to these deep questions hinges the ultimate purpose of mankind who we are and what our place might be in the unfolding drama of the cosmos.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Fifth Miracle'? A: 'The Fifth Miracle' explores the origin and meaning of life, examining how life began and its potential existence elsewhere in the universe.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Fifth Miracle'? A: The author of 'The Fifth Miracle' is Paul Davies, an internationally acclaimed physicist and writer.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Fifth Miracle'? A: 'The Fifth Miracle' was published on March 4, 1999.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is described as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Fifth Miracle' have? A: 'The Fifth Miracle' contains 304 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Fifth Miracle' have? A: 'The Fifth Miracle' is a hardcover edition.
- Q: Is there any specific edition of 'The Fifth Miracle'? A: Yes, 'The Fifth Miracle' is a First Edition.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the origin of life, the role of comets and asteroids in life's evolution, and the possibility of life on Mars and other planets.
- Q: Can 'The Fifth Miracle' help me understand scientific concepts about life? A: Yes, the book addresses complex scientific questions about life in an accessible manner, making it suitable for readers interested in science and philosophy.
- Q: What genre does 'The Fifth Miracle' fall under? A: 'The Fifth Miracle' is categorized under Parenting & Relationships, though it primarily focuses on science and philosophy.