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Book Synopsis: Classic papers by thinkers ranging from from Aristotle and Leibniz to Norbert Wiener and Gordon Moore that chart the evolution of computer science.Ideas That Created the Future collects forty-six classic papers in computer science that map the evolution of the field. It covers all aspects of computer science: theory and practice, architectures and algorithms, and logic and software systems, with an emphasis on the period of 1936-1980 but also including important early work. Offering papers by thinkers ranging from Aristotle and Leibniz to Alan Turing and Nobert Wiener, the book documents the discoveries and inventions that created today's digital world. Each paper is accompanied by a brief essay by Harry Lewis, the volume's editor, offering historical and intellectual context.
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Ideas That Created the Future is the ultimate collection of classic papers in computer science that you can't afford to miss. This heavyweight book encompasses the ideas that have shaped the technological landscape we know today. From Aristotle's groundbreaking thoughts to Leibniz's innovative concepts, and from Alan Turing's pivotal work to Norbert Wiener's game-changing contributions, this book presents a comprehensive journey through the evolution of computer science.
With forty-six carefully selected papers, Ideas That Created the Future covers every aspect of computer science, ensuring a deep dive into its theory and practice, architectures and algorithms, and logic and software systems. This remarkable compilation predominantly focuses on the period of 1936-1980, allowing you to witness the early days of computer science firsthand. However, it also includes crucial early work that acted as the foundation for the advancements we see today.
What sets Ideas That Created the Future apart is the fascinating context provided by Harry Lewis, the editor of this exceptional volume. Each paper is accompanied by a brief essay that seamlessly weaves historical and intellectual context, taking you on an extraordinary journey through the development of these remarkable ideas. Allow yourself to be captivated by the stories behind these groundbreaking papers and gain a deeper understanding of the intellectual giants who paved the way for our digital world.
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