This is a volume of essays and reviews that delightfully explores mathematics in all its moods - from the light and the witty, and humorous to serious, rational, and cerebral. These beautifully written articles from three great modern mathematicians will provide a source for supplemental reading for almost any math class. Topics include: logic, combinatorics, statistics, economics, artificial intelligence, computer science, and broad applications of mathematics. Readers will also find coverage of history and philosophy, including discussion of the work of Ulam, Kant, and Heidegger, among others.
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This is a volume of essays and reviews that delightfully explores mathematics in all its moods - from the light and the witty, and humorous to serious, rational, and cerebral. These beautifully written articles from three great modern mathematicians will provide a source for supplemental reading for almost any math class. Topics include: logic, combinatorics, statistics, economics, artificial intelligence, computer science, and broad applications of mathematics. Readers will also find coverage of history and philosophy, including discussion of the work of Ulam, Kant, and Heidegger, among others.
Imprint | Birkhauser Boston |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | June 1993 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | 1992 |
Authors | Mark Kac, Gian-Carlo Rota, Jacob T. Schwartz |
Dimensions | 235 x 155 x 15mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 266 |
Edition | 2nd ed. 1992 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-8176-3636-4 |
Barcode | 9780817636364 |
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LSN | 0-8176-3636-6 |