Clifford Pickover: 18 books
The Math Book
From Pythagoras to the 57th Dimension, 250 Milestones in the History of Mathematics
Language: English
Release Date: September 27, 2011
Math’s infinite mysteries and beauty unfold in this follow-up to the best-selling The Science Book. Beginning millions of years ago with ancient “ant odometers” and moving through time to our modern-day quest for new dimensions, it covers 250 milestones in mathematical history. Among the numerous...
The Physics Book
From the Big Bang to Quantum Resurrection, 250 Milestones in the History of Physics
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2011
Following the hugely successful The Science Book and The Math Book comes a richly illustrated chronology of physics, containing 250 short, entertaining, and thought-provoking entries. In addition to exploring such engaging topics as dark energy, parallel universes, the Doppler effect, the God particle,...
Death and the Afterlife
A Chronological Journey, from Cremation to Quantum Resurrection
Language: English
Release Date: October 6, 2015
Throughout history, the nature and mystery of death has captivated artists, scientists, philosophers, physicians, and theologians. This eerie chronology ventures right to the borderlines of science and sheds light into the darkness. Here, topics as wide ranging as the Maya death gods, golems, and...
by Clifford A. Pickover
Language: English
Release Date: July 12, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: July 12, 2012
Combining fractal theory with computer art, this book introduces a creative use of computers. It describes graphic methods for detecting patterns in complicated data and illustrates simple techniques for visualizing chaotic behavior. "Beautiful." — Martin Gardner, Scientific American. Over 275 illustrations, 29 in color.
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