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: 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