The Relationship between Literature and Science in John Banville's Scientific Tetralogy

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The book explores the intricate relationship between literature and science, particularly in the late twentieth century, through the lens of groundbreaking scientific theories such as Relativity and Quantum Mechanics. It highlights how these theories reflect indeterminacy and challenge universal values, while also illustrating the reciprocal influence of literature on scientific thought. John Banville's tetralogy examines key scientific figures who transformed worldviews, emphasizing the creative processes in both science and literature as they seek to comprehend a complex reality.