The Recursive Universe
Download or Read eBook The Recursive Universe PDF written by William Poundstone and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2013-06-19 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : William Poundstone |
Publisher | : Courier Corporation |
Total Pages | : 258 |
Release | : 2013-06-19 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780486490984 |
ISBN-13 | : 048649098X |
Rating | : 4/5 (84 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Recursive Universe by : William Poundstone
Book excerpt: This fascinating popular science journey explores key concepts in information theory in terms of Conway's "Game of Life" program. The author explains the application of natural law to a random system and demonstrates the necessity of limits. Other topics include the limits of knowledge, paradox of complexity, Maxwell's demon, Big Bang theory, and much more. 1985 edition.