Stewart, Ian

Do Dice Play God?

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ISBN 13:
9781781259443
author:
Stewart, Ian
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Profile Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
304
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 x 1.8 centimetres (0
Genre:
Science, Mathematics, Statistics,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 4 working days
£11.44

Description

Uncertainty is a pervasive force in our lives, affecting everything from weather forecasts to medical studies and financial markets. Throughout history, we have sought to understand and limit its impact, often with limited success. Ian Stewart explores the mathematics behind uncertainty, examining topics such as probability, statistics, chaos theory, and quantum physics. He reveals how these disciplines intersect and inform one another, shedding light on the nature of chance and unpredictability. In doing so, Stewart makes a compelling case for the importance of probability in our lives, arguing that it is the only certainty we can truly rely upon.

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