Evolution's Purpose An Integral Interpretation of the Scientific Story of Our Origins

Does the science of evolution really prove that life, humanity, and the universe as a whole are meaningless accidents? On the contrary, as science has shown how everything in the universe is subject to evolution, including matter, life, and human culture, these very facts reveal that the process of evolution is unmistakably progressive. And, as Steve McIntosh demonstrates, when we come to see how evolution progresses, this reveals evolution's purpose--to grow toward ever-widening realizations of beauty, truth, and goodness. McIntosh argues that the purpose of evolution is not "intelligently designed" or otherwise externally controlled; rather, its purpose is being creatively and originally discerned through the choices of the evolutionary creatures themselves. Without relying on spiritual authorities, the author shows how the scientific story of our origins is actually a profound and sacred teaching compatible with many forms of contemporary spirituality. Evolution's Purpose: An Integral Interpretation of the Scientific Story of Our Origins presents a fresh and compelling view of evolutionary science and philosophy, and shows how a deeper understanding of evolution itself can lead directly to a more evolved world.

STEVE MCINTOSH J.D. is a leader in the integral philosophy movement andauthor of the recent book, Evolution's Purpose, as well as the acclaimed2007 book, Integral Consciousness. He is also a co-founder of the new thinktank: The Institute for Cultural Evolution. In addition to the think tankand his work in philosophy, McIntosh has had a variety of other successfulcareers, including founding the consumer products company Now & Zen,practicing law with one of America's largest firms, working as an executivewith Celestial Seasonings Tea Company, and Olympic-class bicycle racing. Heis a graduate of the University of Virginia Law School and the University ofSouthern California Business School, and now lives in Boulder, Colorado withhis wife and two sons. For more on his work, visit: www.stevemcintosh.com