This book conveys to the non-specialist some of the deepest ideas in mathematics. The first chapter, On the Mathematical Notion of Information, is a sequel to the author's previous works, Dialogues on Mathematics , and Letters on Probability . Other chapters provide thoughtful discussion of the teaching of probability theory, the diverse and surprising applications of the work of Fibonacci, and a mathematician's battle with the casinos. Provides basic introduction to what mathematics is and how it applies to everyday life ...
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This book conveys to the non-specialist some of the deepest ideas in mathematics. The first chapter, On the Mathematical Notion of Information, is a sequel to the author's previous works, Dialogues on Mathematics , and Letters on Probability . Other chapters provide thoughtful discussion of the teaching of probability theory, the diverse and surprising applications of the work of Fibonacci, and a mathematician's battle with the casinos. Provides basic introduction to what mathematics is and how it applies to everyday life.
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Add this copy of A Diary on Information Theory to cart. $88.42, very good condition, Sold by Literary Cat Books rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Machynlleth, Powys, WALES, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1987 by John Wiley & Sons.
Edition:
1st English Language Edition; Second Impression
Publisher:
Wiley
Published:
1987
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
18098077812
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Very Good in Very Good dustjacket. 0471909718. Pages yellowed as normal for age. Slight wear to spine, covers, corners & dustjacket.; Octavo; x, 125 pages.
