<p>In the preface to the 2004 edition Paul Davies writes 'If the laws of the universe really are a sort of cosmic blueprint as I suggest they may also be a blueprint for survival.' This critically acclaimed book explains how recent scientific advances are transforming our understanding of the emergence of complexity and organization in the universe. Melding a variety of ideas and disiplines from biology fundamental physics computer science mathematics genetics and neurology Davies presents his provocative theory on the source of the universe's creative potency. </p><p>He explores the new paradigm (replacing the centuries-old Newtonian view of the universe) that recognizes the collective and holistic properties of physical systems and the power of self-organization. He casts the laws in physics in the role of a 'blueprint' embodying a grand cosmic scheme that progressively unfolds as the universe develops. </p><p>Challenging the viewpoint that the physical universe is a meaningless collection of particles he finds overwhelming evidence for an underlying purpose: 'Science may explain all the processes whereby the universe evolves its own destiny but that still leaves room for there to be a meaning behind existence.'</p><p></p>This book is published by Templeton Press.</p>