The Truman Show: It's True, Man! by Stephen Davis Paperback Book

Description: The Truman Show by Stephen Davis Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description 2023 is the 25th anniversary of the release of "The Truman Show" movie. If you havent seen the movie, starring Jim Carrey, go watch it NOW. It just might be the most important movie ever produced. Why? Heres what Aurora Eliam, for Reedsy Discovery, had to say.... Loved it! In the book The Truman Show: Its True, Man!, author Stephen Davis encourages readers to question beliefs and behaviors from an alternate perspective. This is a book for deep thinkers who enjoy exploring alternative avenues of thought abutted by philosophic principles and quantum physics. Throughout the chapters Davis seeks to expand upon the nature of existence, focusing on scientific research. Are we living in a hologram? Are our experiences real, or are they merely an expression of the myriad of possibilities available on this plane of existence? Initially, quantum physics drew me in, and the reference to the 90s film Wunderkid-turned-cultural staple, The Truman Show, solidified the choice. This book explores the movies themes and the rationality of such a world. I enjoyed the plentiful physics diagrams throughout the book and found them beneficial in making abstract concepts more concrete. The section on the holographic brain model was particularly interesting. Do our brains really know what will happen before conscious thought occurs? I recommend this book to readers with an interest in quantum physics, alternate theories, and philosophy. Also, if you enjoyed the movie The Truman Show and are interested in its broader simulated reality themes, this book provides a judicial exploration of what "reality" really means. Rating: 4 stars * * * And heres what April Pulliam, Assistant Editor, Literary Titan had to say... The Truman Show: Its True, Man!, by Stephen Davis, is a thought-provoking journey into the intricacies of our perceived reality, intertwined with the thematic backdrop of The Truman Show movie. This book elegantly melds quantum physics, neuroscience, and philosophy to challenge our conventional understanding of the world and our actions within it. Drawing inspiration from renowned physicists such as David Bohm, Leonard Susskind, Amit Goswami, and Jacob D. Bekenstein, the narrative opens with a profound question: Are we living in a hologram? The author carefully constructs a foundation for this concept, suggesting that our reality is an illusion, much like the constructed world of Truman Burbank. By paralleling these theories with the cult classic film, Davis skillfully encourages readers to rethink their lives within the context of a carefully orchestrated stage. At its core, the book articulates the idea that our perceptions shape our reality, leading to a powerful hypothesis that our brains project the world "out there" for us to experience. The parallels to The Truman Show are striking, and Daviss work invites readers to scrutinize the authenticity of their daily lives and confront the possibility of there being no "out there" at all. It challenges our perception of reality and the agency we have over our actions, raising intriguing questions about the extent to which external observers may be orchestrating our lives, much like Trumans creators did in the movie. Overall, The Truman Show: Its True, Man! is an engaging book in which readers are asked to question some fundamental understandings of the world around us. This book blurs the line between reality and illusion and compels us to revisit our beliefs about the world, the nature of our actions, and the extent to which external influences may shape our lives. I highly recommend The Truman Show: Its True, Man! for anyone who likes books that feel trippy and make you think about the world around you. Rating: 5 Stars April Pulliam, Assistant Editor, Literary Titan Read more reviews at thetrumanshowistr Details ISBN-13 9798891700666 Title The Truman Show Author Stephen Davis Format Paperback Year 2023 Pages 296 Publisher Bookllo Publishing GE_Item_ID:145035151; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. 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