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The Holographic Universe: The Revolutionary Theory of Reality Paperback – September 6, 2011

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“In The Holographic Universe, Michael Talbot argues nothing less than that the universe is itself one giant hologram. Mr. Talbot thus explains out-of-body experiences, quantum-theory problems, the paranormal, and other unsolved riddles of brain and body.” — New York Times

Now featuring a foreword by Lynne McTaggart, The Holographic Universe is a landmark work whose exciting conclusions continue to be proven true by today's most advanced physics, cosmology, and string theory.

Nearly everyone is familiar with holograms—three-dimensional images projected into space with the aid of a laser. Two of the world's most eminent thinkers believe that the universe itself may be a giant hologram, quite literally a kind of image or construct created, at least in part, by the human mind. University of London physicist David Bohm, a protégé of Einstein and one of the world's most respected quantum physicists, and Stanford neurophysiologist Karl Pribram, an architect of our modern understanding of the brain, have developed a remarkable new way of looking at the universe. Their theory explains not only many of the unsolved puzzles of physics but also such mysterious occurrences as telepathy, out-of-body and near-death experiences, "lucid" dreams, and even religious and mystical experiences such as feelings of cosmic unity and miraculous healings.

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Customers find the book fascinating and intriguing. They describe it as an engaging, page-turning read with clear explanations of concepts. The writing maintains a balance between rigor and accessibility. Opinions differ on the science presented in the book, with some finding it convincing and credible, while others consider it pseudoscience or cringeworthy.

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Customers find the book fascinating and thought-provoking. It provides a nice introduction to the subject with anecdotes and experiments. The narrative is enriched with science, math, and cosmos topics. Readers appreciate the well-researched and well-written content.

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"...4/5 stars ('liked it'). This book provided a nice introduction to the subject for me. It is dated now, so I'll be looking for more recent material." Read more

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Customers find the book engaging and well-written. They say it's worth reading, especially the first half. The author is insightful and the material is good.

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"...a hard book to review, as it covers a great many topics in an easy-to-read volume, and combines information and speculation from a very wide range..." Read more

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Customers find the book easy to understand. They appreciate the clear explanations of concepts and holograms. The writing maintains a balance between rigor and accessibility, ensuring that even those new to scientific studies can understand it. Readers describe the book as an easy entry into quantum theory with many examples.

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"...There are far too many typos, some of which are so bad you can't tell what the word was supposed to be." Read more

"...to go to goodreads and review it separately, soooo... but i LOVED talbot's simple, straightforward brave output of a lot of what might be thought..." Read more

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Customers find the holographic theory fascinating and intriguing. They appreciate the connections between science, mythology, spirituality, and mystery.

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Customers have different views on the science in the book. Some find it convincing and credible, with well-documented evidence. They say it makes you reevaluate your perceptions of reality. Others feel the science is cringeworthy, pseudoscientific, and based on fallacies.

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Michael Talbot in "The Holographic Universe" (1991) anticipates science and technology light-years to the fore. With a model of the cosmos that is both practical and self-explanatory, the author posits simply that we exist in a hologram, and that we ourselves are holographic. The mystics have said, "Nothing is real." Talbot's work does take a mystical turn, but it is by no means fanciful. The physicists at Princeton were, for all intents and purposes, Euclidean in their thinking; their theories required a rigid, mechanical model with well-defined elements that behaved in highly predictable ways. The notion that particles could and would shape-shift or morph into waves at esoteric will was either little known or scarcely believed. The implications of this model for medicine are fairly covered by the author, and explanations are given as to the phenomena of "phantom limbs" and total-recall memory.This is based in infinite storage (even where those centers of the brain that are associated with memory have been excised) because a hologram contains copies within copies of itself. On the other hand, the implications for science--some twenty-four years after the fact--are beginning to transpire. A safe bet for the future of cyber technology is that devices will stop shrinking and disappear altogether, and that worlds more "virtual" than we thought possible are on the horizon.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2024
The Holographic Universe" by Michael Talbot is an intellectually exhilarating journey that challenges conventional perceptions of reality and invites readers to explore the frontiers of consciousness. From the very first page, this book grips your mind with a captivating blend of science, philosophy, and spirituality, making it undoubtedly the most interesting book I have ever read.

Talbot masterfully weaves together scientific theories, anecdotal evidence, and personal reflections to present the holographic paradigm—a mind-bending concept suggesting that our reality may be a complex illusion projected by the interplay of cosmic energies. The author's ability to distill complex scientific concepts into accessible language is commendable, making the book engaging for both the scientifically inclined and the curious layperson.

One of the book's strengths lies in its ability to seamlessly blend quantum physics, neurology, and ancient mysticism. Talbot draws connections between seemingly disparate fields, encouraging readers to question the nature of their own existence. The narrative is enriched with thought-provoking anecdotes and experiments, leaving readers with a sense of wonder and curiosity that lingers long after the final page.

What sets "The Holographic Universe" apart is its transformative impact on the reader's perspective. Talbot skillfully challenges preconceived notions about reality, urging us to reconsider the boundaries of our understanding. The exploration of topics such as near-death experiences, psychic phenomena, and the interconnectedness of all things makes the book not only intellectually stimulating but also profoundly spiritual.

Throughout the journey, Talbot's writing maintains a perfect balance between rigor and accessibility, ensuring that even those unfamiliar with scientific jargon can grasp the profound implications of his ideas. The narrative unfolds with a sense of suspense and revelation, keeping the reader hooked from start to finish.

In conclusion, "The Holographic Universe" is not just a book; it is a mind-expanding experience that reshapes the way we perceive the world around us. Michael Talbot's ability to synthesize complex ideas into a cohesive and engaging narrative is nothing short of brilliant. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to explore the frontiers of human consciousness and challenge the very fabric of their reality. It has undoubtedly earned its place as the most interesting book I have ever had the pleasure of reading.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2024
A well written book that questions our understanding of consciousness and reality. Talbot does a good job and gathering information in his work to show the reader what could be answers to many of the questions we don't know about life and the universe. I enjoy that he does not try to force the reader into believing his ideas are the only answer but allows the reader to interrupt the well written information into possibilities of the unknown. From time to time ill return to read a chapter after I see a scientific study and compare it to what he has concluded and I am always amazed how accurate some of his thoughts are considering 30+ years old.

He is able to simplify complex thoughts into easy to understand concepts.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2024
Evidence of how completely interconnected all aspects of our life, both physically and metaphysically. An amazing book.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2012
"The Holographic Universe" contains very interesting information about our universe and about reality. I am a very spiritual person and have gone through a profound spiritual awakening, and I have therefore, experienced nearly all psychic phenomena from one time or another, and I can say that the information in this book is accurate based on my own personal experiences.

I liked how the author mentioned that while we dream, we visit parallel universes. Although it is not mentioned in the book, it has been said that while we sleep, a portion of our consciousness exits our body and visits the spirit world. While there, we visit departed loved ones, etc. It has been my own personal experience and the experience of more and more people nowadays that we also cross over into parallel universes during waking consciousness, but most people don't notice the subtle differences between the realities. I have been consciously aware of experiencing this phenomenon for a few years now. So, I know that we experience it while sleeping also.

The book also mentions that what exists in our reality is a vast ocean of waves and frequencies, and our brain simply converts them into concrete objects. I get a lot of prophetic information and information such as this through my dreams while I sleep, and I once dreamt that our reality indeed consists of a bunch of waves of energy. Actually, everything is energy. There is nothing that exists that isn't simply energy. Scientists have even proven with experiments that our thoughts are simply energy.

I enjoyed how the book discussed multiple personalities and how a drunk person can automatically become sober when they change personalities. I experienced something similar to this while doing Past Life Regression. In my current life, I read, write, and speak Spanish fluently and have been a professional translator, have used the language while employed by several companies, and it has been the language spoken in my home since 1995. However, when I did Past Life Regression, and I totally integrated myself into the personality of who I was back in the 1880's, I tested that personality to see if she could speak Spanish, and I couldn't even do something as elementary as count from one to five in Spanish. So, I found it interesting how the book mentions that changing from one multiple personality to another totally changes a person's speech patterns, their personality, and even their physical characteristics. When the focus of our consciousness changes, much can change.

The book also mentions that the physical body is possibly not solid at all but instead is a hologram. I have witnessed with my own eyes that this is truly the case. I have seen myself shift from looking old, gray, and haggard to looking like I'm vibrant, glowing, and 18 years old instantaneously while looking in the mirror. Others that I have conversed with have witnessed this in themselves and in me also.

I also enjoyed how this book mentioned imprints from the past (past events, people, etc. being imprinted at a scene). The book even mentions that emotions, etc. are imprinted. I have witnessed this to be true also. While on vacation in Mexico at the Mayan ruins, I felt an overwhelming feeling of bloodshed there. It felt like a lot of death had occurred there. I have noticed this in other geographical areas as well.

The book also mentions that 60-68% of our dreams are premonitions. Mine certainly are! I take the time to interpret them everyday and would encourage everyone to do so as well.

The author also mentioned about viewing one's future, and then when the future event comes to pass, one can feel their OBE (out of body experience) self with them in the scene in the future. I have experienced this phenomenon, and I have also seen other people frozen motionless at certain moments during my life. Although the book didn't mention this fact: Life is like a video tape. We can insert ourselves in at any point from the spirit world or from the Earth and then actually feel or even see ourselves there once we reach that point in time.

This book is filed full of such fascinating information, and it also provides scientific information for the skeptics. I would highly recommend this book if you want to understand reality and our universe more. I also recommend keeping an open mind towards phenomena that is beyond the realm of of physical world and what can be perceived with the physical senses. The more you remain open minded, the more you may experience some of the phenomena that that this book mentions.

I would also recommend that you read the following book, as it's content is fascinating and similar to "The Holographic Universe". It is available here on Amazon: Traveling To Parallel Universes
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Vivaldo Fernando da Costa
5.0 out of 5 stars A visão de que o Universo é um Holograma
Reviewed in Brazil on March 20, 2024
Aborda um assunto muito instigante.
John D.
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!
Reviewed in the Netherlands on December 2, 2024
Wonderfully concise and very well researched. Amazing book in which a lot of areas covered in other books come together.
alex
5.0 out of 5 stars A classic
Reviewed in Sweden on March 16, 2024
Great book about the nature of reality.
Nuria
5.0 out of 5 stars la informacion que te da este libro,es genial
Reviewed in Spain on February 5, 2024
super bien el libro lo recomiendo mucho!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Nice addition to my library !!
Reviewed in India on February 4, 2024
If your area if research / interest is in knowing how the universe is actual DUAL i.e. holographic and quantum, then go for this book. Ancient scriptures and literatures have always stated that the reality is "maya" (illusion) which was furthered by cognitive function theory under analytical psychology. Quantum mechanics and space time geometry is now getting on-boarded with these concepts too.