Most friends of the EU are at least aware of, if they have not yet read, the very readable and free-of-charge book, A Beginner’s View of Our Electric Universe, written by the late Thomas Findlay, who passed away on 11 July 2021 in Ayr, Scotland. Tom’s book is one of a kind, written by a layperson for laypeople while still being as true to the science as his sources. His objective in making this major contribution free to the World was to help spread the word of the proposed Electric Universe Paradigm; and spread it he did—far and wide . . . with flare.
I have included below excerpts from some of Tom’s friends and colleagues who gathered together last August to celebrate Tom’s life. Upon reading their contributions, I was struck by the fact that the same salient features of Tom’s outstanding character were seen by everyone and match exactly what I saw in Tom while interacting with him frequently over a period of years regarding EU topics.
“Tom was one of the few good friends of mine with whom I have been able to discuss in depth many subjects from all different areas of life.”
— Ivo and Cynthia
“Tom was a creative thinker and someone who would be just full of life for any opportunity to talk about hobbies and projects . . .Tom was really enjoyable to have a blether with—the sparkle in his eye with enthusiasm over everything he dabbled in was so apparent . . . Tom was a relaxed guy who never wanted anyone to hurry or fuss over him, but he was always there to offer a helping hand to others and with little concern for any gain to himself—a genuine good soul.”
— Graeme Clark
“Tom was a true gentleman and I never heard him say a bad word about anyone. It’s difficult to tell you quite how much he impressed me when he researched complicated physics theories and wrote his book on the Electric Universe with no formal education in mathematics or physics.”
— Eddie McInally
“A man of enquiring mind, it was a joy to see, and be involved in, Tom’s investigation of new and emerging technologies. But rather than leave it at knowledge and understanding, Tom was often the first to take carefully considered action. We all benefited from his developing expertise, and we were inspired by his method: Enquire; Understand; Act.”
— Marcus
Presented, with Gratitude to Tom,
William A. Gardner
