| The Recursive Universe: Cosmic Complexity and the Limits of Scientific Knowledge Contributor(s): Poundstone, William (Author) |
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ISBN: 048649098X ISBN-13: 9780486490984 Publisher: Dover Publications OUR PRICE: $16.10 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: June 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | System Theory - Science | Cosmology - Science | Natural History |
| Dewey: 003 |
| LCCN: 2012047988 |
| Series: Dover Books on Science |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (0.70 lbs) 248 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Fascinating journey explores key concepts in information theory in terms of Conway's ""Game of Life"" program. Topics include the limits of knowledge, paradox of complexity, Maxwell's demon, Big Bang theory, and much more. 1985 edition. |