Publisher's Synopsis
The Cult of Uncertainty is a book written by Isaac Leon Kandel and is part of the Kappa Delta Pi Lecture Series, No. 15. The book explores the concept of uncertainty and how it has been viewed and studied throughout history. Kandel argues that uncertainty is a fundamental aspect of human existence and that it has been both feared and celebrated by different cultures and societies.The book is divided into three parts. The first part examines the historical and cultural perspectives on uncertainty, including the ancient Greeks, the Renaissance, and the Enlightenment. The second part explores the scientific and philosophical approaches to uncertainty, including probability theory, chaos theory, and existentialism. The final part looks at the practical implications of uncertainty, including decision-making, risk management, and the role of uncertainty in creativity and innovation.Throughout the book, Kandel draws on a wide range of sources, including literature, art, history, and science, to provide a comprehensive and engaging analysis of uncertainty. He argues that uncertainty is not something to be feared or avoided but rather embraced as an essential part of the human experience. The Cult of Uncertainty is a thought-provoking and insightful book that will appeal to anyone interested in the nature of uncertainty and its role in human life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
