The Mathematics of the Gods and the Algorithms of Men

Discover the compelling intersection of mathematics and philosophy in Paolo Zellini’s stunning work, The Mathematics of the Gods and the Algorithms of Men. This captivating book delves into the cultural and intellectual history of mathematics, tracing its evolution from the ancient Greeks’ abstract paradoxes to the sacred traditions of India. With 256 pages of masterful prose, Zellini reveals how mathematics is not merely an abstract, theoretical subject but a vital foundation for our reality and a lens through which to view our existence. From Mesopotamian calculus to the present obsession with algorithms, this book provides an illuminating perspective that links mathematical thinking with philosophic and religious contexts, offering profound insights into our understanding of the universe. Perfect for math enthusiasts and philosophy seekers alike, The Mathematics of the Gods and the Algorithms of Men is a unique addition to any intellectual library, encouraging readers to appreciate the critical role of mathematics in shaping human experience and knowledge. Explore the beauty of math beyond numbers and formulas; embrace the rich narrative that connects ancient wisdom with modern technology. This brand new B-format paperback is published by Penguin UK and bears the ISBN 9780141986487. Your journey into the mythology and cultural significance of mathematics starts here. Order now and enjoy FREE shipping, with delivery typically within 10 days!

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141986487
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 256


Description:
The complexity of mathematics - its abstract rules and obscure symbols - can seem very distant from the everyday. There are those things that are real and present, it is supposed, and then there are mathematical concepts- creations of our mind, mysterious tools for those unengaged with the world. Yet, from its most remote history and deepest purpose, mathematics has served not just as a way to understand and order, but also as a foundation for the reality it describes.

In this elegant book, mathematician and philosopher Paolo Zellini offers a brief cultural and intellectual history of mathematics, ranging widely from the paradoxes of ancient Greece to the sacred altars of India, from Mesopotamian calculus to our own contemporary obsession with algorithms. Masterful and illuminating, The Mathematics of the Gods and the Algorithms of Men transforms our understanding of mathematical thinking, showing that it is inextricably linked with the philosophical and the religious as well as the mundane - and, indeed, with our own very human experience of the universe.


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