Cheng, Eugenia
Beyond Infinity
- ISBN 13:
- 9781781252864
- author:
- Cheng, Eugenia
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Profile Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science, Mathematics, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Beyond Infinity: An Expedition to the Outer Limits of the Mathematical Universe by Eugenia Cheng Infinity is a concept that has puzzled mathematicians and thinkers for centuries. Can two types of infinity be the same, or are they fundamentally different? How does infinity relate to everyday experiences, such as counting and measurement? In this book, Eugenia Cheng explores the inner workings of infinity, using inventive and intuitive metaphors to reveal fundamental truths about mathematics. From infinite hotels to paradoxical foot-races, Cheng delves into the heart of mathematical concepts that challenge our understanding of reality. With clarity and precision, she explains complex ideas in an approachable way, making this book accessible to both beginners and enthusiasts of mathematics.
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