The Many Faces of Coincidence

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Although much has been said and written about coincidences, there is a marked absence when it comes to the development of a comprehensive model that incorporates the many different ways in which they can be understood and explained. One reason for this omission is undoubtedly the sharp divide that exists between those who find coincidences meaningful and those who do not, with the result that the conclusions of the many books and articles on the subject have tended to fall into distinct camps. The Many Faces of Coincidence attempts to remedy this impasse by proposing an inclusive categorisation for coincidences of all shapes and sizes. At the same time, some of the implications arising from the various explanations are explored, including the possibility of an underlying unity of mind and matter constituting the ground of being.
Credit: Bernard D. Beitman, MD

'A superb introduction to the study of coincidences! Astutely researched, clearly and cleverly written, Laurence Browne's engaging survey profiles coincidence’s many faces.’

Credit: Professor Roderick Main, University of Essex

'Scholarly yet lucid and engaging, Browne's book guides the reader ably through the perplexing world of coincidence and synchronicity.’

Credit: Richard Smoley, author of The Dice Game of Shiva

'A highly intelligent and insightful exploration of perhaps the most difficult topic in all of human thought: coincidence and its relation to causality. I hope this work will pull this discussion out of the doldrums in which it has been stuck for at least a generation.'

Credit: Dr Lance Storm, University of Adelaide

'The Many Faces of Coincidence deserves high-praise in that it succeeds in giving a critical evaluation of a bevy of diverse materials, facts, and opinions, and even implies (if not, suggests) avenues for further research. Highly recommended!'

Sep 7, 2017

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Credit: Geoff Ward

"A timely, accessible and important contribution to consciousness studies and philosophic thought... Browne provides an excellent summary of how Jung formulated his theory of synchronicity... as well as the prior synchronicity or 'seriality' theory of the Austrian biologist Paul Kammerer, and the ideas of Nobel Prize-winning Austrian physicist Wolfgang Pauli... Browne... makes for the ideal investigator of one of the most intriguing phenomena in human experience."

Aug 30, 2017

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Credit: Stacey Barkley

"Browne has produced an extensive history and analysis of the nature of coincidences, including its historical and philosophical underpinnings… In short: concentration required, but absolutely worth it; intellectually stimulating and topically fascinating."

Mar 1, 2017

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Credit: David Lorimer

"This creative book breaks new ground by taking a much wider view of the field and attempting to evolve a comprehensive model for the various ways in which [synchronicity and coincidence] can be understood and explained."

Nov 15, 2018

Source: Journal of Parapsychology

Credit: Gerhard Mayer

"It is a well-written work that... contains several surprises and interesting new insights... Browne's book sharpens awareness concerning the problem of 'coincidences', and differentiates between possible types of coincidence. One can only wish that the book finds many readers."
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- Publication Date: 01 August 2017
- ISBN-13: 9781845409159
- Product Content: Text (eye-readable)
- Extent: Main content page count : 200
- Code: 9781845409159
- Dimensions: 15.6 x 23.4 x 1.4 cm
- Weight: 300 grams
- Packaging Type: No outer packaging
- List Price: £14.95
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Title: The Many Faces of Coincidence
Author: Laurence Browne
Language: English
Publisher: Imprint Academic
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