John L. Casti
The Cambridge Quintet
- ISBN 13:
- 9780738201382
- author:
- John L. Casti
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Basic Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1999
- Pages:
- 208
- Genre:
- Mathematics Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Cambridge Quintet: A Work Of Scientific Speculation by John L. Casti explores an intriguing idea - can we build a machine that could duplicate human cognitive processes? In this thought-provoking narrative, five of the most brilliant thinkers of the twentieth century come together to discuss this issue over dinner.
Guests include physicist Erwin Schrodinger, philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein, population geneticist J.B.S. Haldane, and mathematician Alan Turing. As they debate the possibilities of artificial intelligence, their unique personalities and perspectives shine through. The lively discussion is facilitated by novelist and science advisor C.P. Snow.
This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the minds of these intellectual giants and their views on one of the most pressing scientific issues of the day. With its engaging narrative and thought-provoking ideas, it is a compelling read for anyone interested in science, philosophy, or the intersection of technology and humanity.
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