Discrete Thoughts
| Author | : Mark Kac |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 267 |
| Release | : 2009-07-01 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780817647759 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0817647759 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (59 Downloads) |
Download or read book Discrete Thoughts written by Mark Kac and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
