Everything and More: A Compact History of Infinity

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pp 319.”Is infinity a valid mathematical property or a meaningless abstraction? Wallace examines one of math’s most enduring puzzles: the seemingly paradoxical nature of infinity, exploring the 19th century’s mathematical genius Cantor’s answer to the question. “

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ISBN 0393003388
ISBN13 9780393003383
Number of pages 319
Original Title Everything and More: A Compact History of Infinity
Published Date 2003
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition Very Good
Binding Hardcover
Size 8vo
Place of Publication New York
Edition First Edition
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pp 319.”Is infinity a valid mathematical property or a meaningless abstraction? Wallace examines one of math’s most enduring puzzles: the seemingly paradoxical nature of infinity, exploring the 19th century’s mathematical genius Cantor’s answer to the question. “

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Weight 1 kg