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ISBN
0465026567
EAN
9780465026562
Binding
TP
Book Title
Godel, Escher, Bach : an Eternal Golden Braid
Publisher
Basic Books
Item Length
9.2 in
Edition
20
Publication Year
1999
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes
Item Height
1.9 in
Author
Douglas R. Hofstadter
Genre
Mathematics, Music, Art, Philosophy, Computers, Biography & Autobiography
Topic
Machine Theory, Individual Artists / General, Genres & Styles / Classical, General, Logic, Science & Technology
Item Weight
37.4 Oz
Item Width
6.5 in
Number of Pages
824 Pages

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Publisher
Basic Books
ISBN-10
0465026567
ISBN-13
9780465026562
eBay Product ID (ePID)
290535

Product Key Features

Edition
20
Book Title
Godel, Escher, Bach : an Eternal Golden Braid
Number of Pages
824 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
1999
Topic
Machine Theory, Individual Artists / General, Genres & Styles / Classical, General, Logic, Science & Technology
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Mathematics, Music, Art, Philosophy, Computers, Biography & Autobiography
Author
Douglas R. Hofstadter
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
1.9 in
Item Weight
37.4 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
6.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
99-192374
Dewey Edition
21
CLASSIFICATION_METADATA
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Dewey Decimal
126
Edition Description
Anniversary
Synopsis
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize A metaphorical fugue on minds and machines in the spirit of Lewis Carroll Douglas Hofstadter's book is concerned directly with the nature of "maps" or links between formal systems. However, according to Hofstadter, the formal system that underlies all mental activity transcends the system that supports it. If life can grow out of the formal chemical substrate of the cell, if consciousness can emerge out of a formal system of firing neurons, then so too will computers attain human intelligence. Godel, Escher, Bach is a wonderful exploration of fascinating ideas at the heart of cognitive science: meaning, reduction, recursion, and much more., Winner of the Pulitzer Prize A metaphorical fugue on minds and machines in the spirit of Lewis Carroll Douglas Hofstadter's book is concerned directly with the nature of "maps" or links between formal systems. However, according to Hofstadter, the formal system that underlies all mental activity transcends the system that supports it. If life can grow out of the formal chemical substrate of the cell, if consciousness can emerge out of a formal system of firing neurons, then so too will computers attain human intelligence. G del, Escher, Bach is a wonderful exploration of fascinating ideas at the heart of cognitive science: meaning, reduction, recursion, and much more., Douglas Hofstadter's book is concerned directly with the nature of maps" or links between formal systems. However, according to Hofstadter, the formal system that underlies all mental activity transcends the system that supports it. If life can grow out of the formal chemical substrate of the cell, if consciousness can emerge out of a formal system of firing neurons, then so too will computers attain human intelligence. Gödel, Escher, Bach is a wonderful exploration of fascinating ideas at the heart of cognitive science: meaning, reduction, recursion, and much more., Winner of the Pulitzer Prize A metaphorical fugue on minds and machines in the spirit of Lewis Carroll Douglas Hofstadter's book is concerned directly with the nature of "maps" or links between formal systems. However, according to Hofstadter, the formal system that underlies all mental activity transcends the system that supports it. If life can grow out of the formal chemical substrate of the cell, if consciousness can emerge out of a formal system of firing neurons, then so too will computers attain human intelligence. Gödel, Escher, Bach is a wonderful exploration of fascinating ideas at the heart of cognitive science: meaning, reduction, recursion, and much more.
LC Classification Number
QA9.8.H63 1980
Copyright Date
1999
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  • by gmbac-13
    Dec 27, 2021

    Good book

    Good book so far. I'm a big fan of math so it's been very interesting so far.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: second.sale

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    May 17, 2022

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  • by uCzhvIW7TKm@Deleted
    Aug 11, 2009

    Godel, Escher, Bach by Douglas R. Hofstadter

    A friend recommended it to me and I've been trying to get it from the library for the past few months. My friend wouldn't stop raving about it so I finally decided to buy GEB and I'm happy for it. It's filled with many art forms all reflecting upon the same "Strange-loops" theorem which Douglas Hofstadter upholds as true. Well written and the introduction celebrating it's 20th anniversary adds to the reading. The book is in great condition.

  • by jjaBXs6LSSi@Deleted
    Jan 17, 2013

    Beautiful

    Very intriguing story about the connection between three greats in their fields and their prolific connect to one another and to the world itself. Would recommend to anyone interested in mathematics, music, or art.

  • by addler
    Jun 25, 2008

    Godel, Escher, Bach an Eternal Golden Braid

    Tremendous, challenging book on self awareness, the concept of "I" and cognitive development and potentiality. Uses math (Godel), art, (Escher) and music (Bach) to clearly illustrate his concepts. Well deserved Pulitzer Prize.

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