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Book Synopsis: From Jim Holt, the New York Times bestselling author of Why Does the World Exist?, comes an entertaining and accessible guide to the most profound scientific and mathematical ideas of recent centuries in When Einstein Walked with Gödel: Excursions to the Edge of Thought.Does time exist? What is infinity? Why do mirrors reverse left and right but not up and down? In this scintillating collection, Holt explores the human mind, the cosmos, and the thinkers who’ve tried to encompass the latter with the former. With his trademark clarity and humor, Holt probes the mysteries of quantum mechanics, the quest for the foundations of mathematics, and the nature of logic and truth. Along the way, he offers intimate biographical sketches of celebrated and neglected thinkers, from the physicist Emmy Noether to the computing pioneer Alan Turing and the discoverer of fractals, Benoit Mandelbrot. Holt offers a painless and playful introduction to many of our most beautiful but least understood ideas, from Einsteinian relativity to string theory, and also invites us to consider why the greatest logician of the twentieth century believed the U.S. Constitution contained a terrible contradiction—and whether the universe truly has a future.
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Unlock the secrets of the universe and explore the wonders of human thought with When Einstein Walked with Gödel: Excursions to the Edge of Thought. Join bestselling author Jim Holt on an exhilarating journey through the profound scientific and mathematical ideas that have shaped our understanding of the world. Discover the answers to age-old questions like, does time truly exist? How do mirrors reflect left and right but not up and down? Dive deep into the mysteries of quantum mechanics, the foundations of mathematics, and the nature of truth itself.
With Holt's trademark clarity and wit, this book provides a captivating exploration of minds like Emmy Noether, Alan Turing, and Benoit Mandelbrot, illuminating their contributions to our understanding of the cosmos. From Einsteinian relativity to the intriguing world of string theory, these complex concepts are made accessible to all, inspiring a sense of wonder and curiosity.
Prepare to be entertained and enlightened as Holt invites you to ponder the fascinating question of whether the U.S. Constitution contains a terrible contradiction and urges you to contemplate the future of our universe. Don't miss your chance to embark on this intellectual adventure that will challenge your perception of reality and expand your horizons.
Experience the thrill of unraveling the mysteries that have puzzled great thinkers throughout history. Order your copy of When Einstein Walked with Gödel: Excursions to the Edge of Thought today and embark on a mind-expanding journey.
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