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Can we ever truly comprehend the universe before we fully understand consciousness and the wonders and limits of the mind Ulf Danielsson an acclaimed theoretical physicist who has dedicated his career to probing the deepest mysteries of nature thinks not As he dismantles the arguments of esteemed mathematicians and scientists who would substitute their mathematical models for reality and equate the mind to a computer he makes a lucid and passionate case that it is nature full of beauty and meaning which must compel us In challenging established worldviews he also takes a fresh look at major philosophical debates including the notion of free will Fearless provocative and witty The World Itself is essential listening for anyone curious about the profound questions surrounding life the universe and everything