From mathematics and computers to insights into the workings of the human mind, this popular mathematics book reflects the intelligence gathered from the frontiers of mathematical thought. Illuminated by more than 100 drawings, the book explores such concepts as digital versus analog processes, logic as a computing tool, and communication as information transmission. 1987 edition.
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Seller: Orion Tech, Kingwood, TX, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Fair. Seller Inventory # 0395383153-4-36226839
Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
Unbound. Condition: Fair. First Edition. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way. Seller Inventory # 0395383153-7-1
Seller: Greenworld Books, Arlington, TX, U.S.A.
Condition: very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy. Seller Inventory # GWV.0395383153.VG
Seller: The Book Cellar, LLC, Nashua, NH, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Good. Some wear, but still a good reading copy. A portion of your purchase of this book will be donated to non-profit organizations.Over 1,000,000 satisfied customers since 1997! Choose expedited shipping (if available) for much faster delivery. Delivery confirmation on all US orders. Seller Inventory # 10750045
Seller: HPB Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
unbound. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_477099400
Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_481632188
Seller: Sekkes Consultants, North Dighton, MA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Near fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near fine. First edition. Rucker's book explores mathematics and reality from five points of view: number, space, logic, infinity and information. The strongest material in this book, in introducing higher concepts to the non-mathematician, is in "Logic" and covers Gödel, Chaitin's Theorem, Turing, and the taxonomy of infinities. Rucker was awarded the Philip K. Dick Award for his artificial intelligence novel, Software and he is a founder of the cyberpunk school of science fiction at San Jose State University. First printing with slight darkening to the edges of the dust jacket. 6½" - 9¼". book. Seller Inventory # 278470
Seller: Dorley House Books, Inc., Hagerstown, MD, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st. First Edition, First Printing; dj w/unclipped price; 328 clean, unmarked pages. Seller Inventory # 038364
Seller: Alkahest Books, Deerfield, IL, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condition: Near fine. Dust Jacket Condition: near fine. first edition, first printing. Octavo, black cloth spine over blue boards, viii + 328 pages. Book and dust jacket are in near fine condition. 092717D. Seller Inventory # 000019206
Seller: JB's Book Vault, Buffalo, WY, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good dust. First Edition. Book is in NF condition with light rubbing to edges, light bumping to spine ends else a bright and solid copy. Dust jacket is in VG condition with light rubbing to edges, bumping & creasing to foot of spine, light creasing along bottom portion of covers else still bright, intact and whole. ARN W.01; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Seller Inventory # 001319