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The Fourth Dimension : a Guided Tour of the…
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The Fourth Dimension : a Guided Tour of the Higher Universes (original 1984; édition 1985)

par Rudy v. B. (Rudy von Bitter) Rucker, Martin Gardner (Avant-propos), David Povilaitis (Illustrateur)

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This is the definitive popular exploration of what the fourth dimension means, both physically and spiritually. Mathematician and science-fiction novelist Rudy Rucker takes readers on a guided tour of a higher reality that explores what the fourth dimension is and what it has meant to generations of thinkers. The exciting and challenging journey is enhanced by more than 200 illustrations and a host of puzzles and problems (with answers). "This is an invigorating book, a short but spirited slalom for the mind." -- Timothy Ferris, The New York Times Book Review "Highly readable. One is reminded of the breadth and depth of Hofstadter's Gödel, Escher, Bach." -- Science"Anyone with even a minimal interest in mathematics and fantasy will find The Fourth Dimension informative and mind-dazzling... [Rucker] plunges into spaces above three with a zest and energy that is breathtaking." -- Martin Gardner "Those who think the fourth dimension is nothing but time should be encouraged to read The Fourth Dimension, along with anyone else who feels like opening the hinges of his mind and letting in a bit of fresh air." -- John Sladek, Washington Post Book World"A mine of mathematical insights and a thoroughly satisfying read." -- Paul Davies, Nature Magazine… (plus d'informations)
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Titre:The Fourth Dimension : a Guided Tour of the Higher Universes
Auteurs:Rudy v. B. (Rudy von Bitter) Rucker
Autres auteurs:Martin Gardner (Avant-propos), David Povilaitis (Illustrateur)
Info:Boston : Houghton Mifflin [1985, c1984] Paperback ; x, 228 p. ; 24 cm. = = = Foreword by Martin Gardner = = = Illustrations by David Povilaitis = = =
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Beh, forse è un po' più di così così... diciamo che il vero giudizio sarebbe "bellino" o "non male". Non che Rudy Rucker (di cui ho amato tantissimo il visionario romanzo "Luce Bianca") non sia un matematico in gamba... anzi, ha una capacità divulgativa fuori dal comune, se consideriamo la complessità dell'argomento, riuscendo a dare persino spunti su come visualizzare un'ipotetica quarta dimensione (roba da emicrania)... Quindi cos'ha che non va questo libro? Io penso la struttura.. le citazioni letterarie e i simpatici (a volte) disegni appesantiscono di molto la lettura e purtroppo Rucker ha il vizio di piazzarli in posti strategici che sembrano studiati per spezzare l'attenzione. Certo, non tutti possono essere geniali nell'unire narrativa, scienza, matematica e ironia quanto lo è stato Hofstadter nel suo leggendario "Godel, Escher, Bach", ma magari, se Rucker avesse tenuto presente la lezione del suo collega, avrebbe ottenuto un libro molto migliore, perché quando si scrive, la forma conta quanto i contenuti!! ( )
  JoeProtagoras | Jan 28, 2021 |
Molto interessante la prima parte del libro, quella più propriamente pertinente alle dimensioni superiori. Le altre due parti diventano, con l'avanzare, troppo astratte, poco chiare. L'edizione non aiuta la lettura, essendoci citazioni letterarie che interrompono il testo senza un'evidente separazione grafica. ( )
  AlessandraEtFabio | Aug 19, 2018 |
This is one of my very favorite books. It breaks down complex mathematical concepts in an easy and fun way. The author gets excited about the subject matter and delves into the realms of philosophy, fantasy, and the spiritual as well as physics and science. I've read this book several times and would recommend it to anyone.

Also, if you enjoy this book you'll probably enjoy "Flatland" and "Sphereland" by Abbott.
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This is the definitive popular exploration of what the fourth dimension means, both physically and spiritually. Mathematician and science-fiction novelist Rudy Rucker takes readers on a guided tour of a higher reality that explores what the fourth dimension is and what it has meant to generations of thinkers. The exciting and challenging journey is enhanced by more than 200 illustrations and a host of puzzles and problems (with answers). "This is an invigorating book, a short but spirited slalom for the mind." -- Timothy Ferris, The New York Times Book Review "Highly readable. One is reminded of the breadth and depth of Hofstadter's Gödel, Escher, Bach." -- Science"Anyone with even a minimal interest in mathematics and fantasy will find The Fourth Dimension informative and mind-dazzling... [Rucker] plunges into spaces above three with a zest and energy that is breathtaking." -- Martin Gardner "Those who think the fourth dimension is nothing but time should be encouraged to read The Fourth Dimension, along with anyone else who feels like opening the hinges of his mind and letting in a bit of fresh air." -- John Sladek, Washington Post Book World"A mine of mathematical insights and a thoroughly satisfying read." -- Paul Davies, Nature Magazine

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