Icarus or the Future of Science

In Greek Mythology, while Icarus was flying using wings made of feathers and glue, he crashed into the sea as a result of his imprudence. The end of Icarus represents the disaster that will arise from the use of knowledge with ambition and overconfidence.

In this book, Bertrand Russell shares his fears about the dark world that will be created by the developments in science and technology if political and economic institutions maintain their dominance. Societies taught by modern scientists to fly may be dragged into disaster, just like Icarus.

Is science, which serves the happiness of humanity while also providing great opportunities for the powerful to realize their evil goals, a blessing or a curse for humanity? Bertrand Russell gives a very important reminder to those looking for an answer to this question: Science cannot replace virtue; For a good life, the heart is as necessary as the mind. Where there is no heart, science only turns man into a smarter devil.
(From the Promotional Bulletin)



Number of Pages: 51

Year of Printing: 2016


Language: Turkish
Publisher: BGST

Prepared by: Özgün Çiçek
Editing: Ali K. Saysel

Number of Pages: 51

First Print Year: 2016

Language Turkish