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A Small Book on a Very Big Subject,
By Kara Daillak (San Francisco, CA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Intuition (Paperback)
If you have ever doubted the vastness of human potential, while simultaneously finding comfort in the scientific and mathematical advances made by human knowledge thus far, I urge you to read this book.In 170 pages of epic poetry, Buckminster Fuller takes the reader on a journey of proof that the Earth and its human inhabitants are playing an integral and yet far less than efficient part in the actualization of a brilliant but necessarily mysterious evolutionary plan. He begins by explaining the difference between the generalized principles we have the genetic ability to grasp and the special-case designs through which we concretely employ them. He goes on to chart the cummulative impact of increased scientific understanding and increasingly advanced mathematical designs noting, in each case, that the sum of what we continually discover in the behavior of whole systems is inherently unpredicted by what we may apprehended in observing each part. This is what Fuller calls "synergy" -- and describes to us as intuition consistently and progressively manifest. Fuller argues, quite convincingly, that not enough of us understand synergy and its relevance to our purpose on Earth. If we did, he says, we would not be so inclined toward inefficient use all of our earthly resources. We would instead be compelled to maximize our knowledge at every turn, with the natural and logical consequence being benefit for all of humanity. Over one third of the epic poetry in this book is devoted to an explanation of synergy in action and the importance of nurturing the intuition that reveals it. The majority of the rest of the poetry describes the complementary operations of brain (the computer-esque processing center of knowledge gained by experience) and mind (the seeker and receiver of metaphysical wisdom and insight) in the evolutionary process of becoming more and more conscious of the purpose for our existence. Fuller's writing in this book is sparse and dense but simultaneously conversational and clear. It builds upon itself with a strict logic, interweaving abstract concepts with concrete examples into a holistic cosmic design. He describes, with equal mastery, theories of relativity and the physics of falling in love. He illustrates his complex metaphysical thoughts as easily with sailing ships, as with fireworks, as with television broadcasting, telepathy and hands-on experiments with rods and ropes. It is not always easy to follow his words and images, but it is immensely rewarding to try.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
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"Omni-interaccommative" Poetry & Wisdom,
By Freddie "Philip" (NYC) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Intuition (Paperback)
Written like a poem: short, verse-like passages. It is comprised of 2 main sections, "Intuition - Metaphysical Mosaic," and "Brain and Mind"; followed by a smaller section of 3 brief passages under the heading, "Love." The best way I can characterize this beautiful little book -- beautifully written -- would be that word, Love. There is to me not a particle of padding or unnecessary verbiage here from the start to the finish. Every word, every phrase, every sentence is concise and packed with meaning & necessity. In the first section he sketches out a kind of philosophical odyssey of his experience-based ideas which encompass both the physical and the metaphysical. This in turn leads to a kind of argument in the second section in which a case is made for a distinction between the brain and the mind. The points are often helpfully illustrated by simple everyday analogies. The verses of the last section are like prayers, "Bucky"-style. In short, this is a book which can inspire a kind of "religious awe." It is poetry on a very profound level.
Since Fuller is not a linear thinker or writer, his approach may sometimes be hard to follow. He writes, one could say, in "great circles," always "coming back" while looking in towards a central point. I think it just takes a little bit of getting used to the way he speaks in order to get into a good reading-rhythm with his unusual and original style of writing. In fact, one can enjoy the creative and meaningful word-pairings as they begin to roll effortlessly off one's tongue, and there is, I think, an aesthetic to his style that can grow on oneself. "Intuition" is one of the most satisfying, inspiring and thought-provokiing books I have ever read. It is one I expect to read many more times...
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
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Intuition,
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This review is from: Intuition (Paperback)
The book was somewhat hard to read because of the way the literature was written. Fuller writes with long sentences and verbs, and made up words. However, it was just very exciting to read and capture the mind of such a creative man. A diffinite keeper on my book shelf. I read it four times.
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