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A New Kind of Science
Stephen Wolfram · 2002 · 1197 pages
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About the book
Stephen Wolfram presents a revolutionary program based on simple cellular automata to understand the complexity of the universe and nature. The book argues that complex phenomena do not require equally complex explanations, but can emerge from simple rules applied recursively—a radical perspective that challenges traditional scientific methodologies.
With mathematical rigor, extensive illustrations, and encyclopedic ambition, Wolfram offers a theoretical refounding of computational science with profound implications for physics, biology, and philosophy, inviting readers to see the underlying simplicity behind nature's apparent randomness.
Book details
| Author | Stephen Wolfram |
|---|---|
| Year of publication | 2002 |
| Pages | 1197 |
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