About the Book
Like its predecessor, Mythic Worlds and the One You Can Believe In, Playing Scales puts common concepts, measurements, and comprehensive views of world history in the context of the natural continuum.
About the Author
Harold Toliver is a retired Professor of English, American, and Comparative Literature at the University of California and author of numerous books in literary history and theory.
Testimonials
“Scanning and Sizing the Universe and Everything in It: Playing Scales” by Harold Toliver is a thorough exploration of the cosmos and humanity’s quest to understand it. Toliver examines the scales of measurement and perception that shape how we understand everything from the tiniest particles to the vastness of the universe.
Robin
Scanning and Sizing the Universe and Everything in It: Playing Scales by Harold Toliver is an interesting look at science and the way that we think and understand the world around us. The author makes several arguments throughout the book that challenge what we have been taught in school and in higher education.
Phil Bolos
Scanning and Sizing the Universe and Everything in It by Harold Toliver is a fascinating exploration that blends science and philosophy to provide a comprehensive understanding of the cosmos. Toliver discusses an interdisciplinary approach to astrophysics, astronomy, cosmology, physics, and chemistry to convey a holistic view of the universe.
AliReads
Harold Toliver’s “Scanning and Sizing the Universe and Everything in It: Playing Scales” is a captivating investigation into the realms of science and philosophy that questions conventional notions on the natural continuum. Toliver delivers persuasive ideas substantiated by data and illustrations, prompting readers to reevaluate their comprehension of the world.
Piaras
Those who call the scientific community their home are often preoccupied with how to measure things. You have to be, as a scientist. Measuring things accurately is often part of how you can prove a theory. However, some things defy easy measurement, while for others, the concept of measurement itself is simply difficult to quantify.
Steven Finkelstein
Without the help of advanced technology and scientific inquiry, our universe can be difficult to comprehend. I think we need to keep asking questions. We are limited human beings with limited senses. The distance between celestial bodies is unimaginable as is how many stars are in the universe, and how many galaxies there might be.
Nancy Retallick, PhD
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About the Book
Scanning and Sizing the Universe and Everthing in It
Playing Scales
Like its predecessor, Mythic Worlds and the One You Can Believe In, Playing Scales puts common concepts, measurements, and comprehensive views of world history in the context of the natural continuum.
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About the Author
Harold Toliver
Harold Toliver is a retired Professor of English, American, and Comparative Literature at the University of California and author of numerous books in literary history and theory.
He has held various positions over the years, from Teaching Assistant to Professor at Johns Hopkins, the University of Washington, Ohio State University, and UCLA.
His publications include The Past That Poets Make and Animate Illusions.