Biocosm

In this provocative work, James N. Gardner challenges the standard narrative of biological evolution, arguing against the view that life and intelligence are the result of random accidents. Instead, he proposes a theory of exponential coevolution where biological and electronic intelligence are hardwired into the cycle of cosmic creation, death, and rebirth. Gardner suggests that intelligent life plays a deliberate role in cosmic evolution, potentially guiding the development of universes through a form of natural selection that transcends terrestrial biology.

The book adopts a speculative and philosophical register, bridging the gap between cosmology and biology. It presents a vision of a universe with inherent point and purpose, offering an alternative to both strict Darwinism and traditional creationism. By framing intelligence as a fundamental cosmic force rather than a late-stage biological byproduct, the text invites readers to consider the broader implications of consciousness in the structure of reality.

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