The Demon and the Quantum: From the Pythagorean Mystics to Maxwell's Demon and Quantum Mystery
by Marlan O. Scully, Robert J. Scully
The Demon and the Quantum follows a sweeping path from Pythagorean mysticism to Maxwell’s Demon and the mysteries of quantum theory. Blending scientific history with philosophical inquiry, the book considers how enduring ideas have shaped the way we understand mathematics, physics, and the nature of knowledge.
About This Book
The Demon and the Quantum explores a broad intellectual journey from Pythagorean mysticism to modern questions in quantum theory.
The book places Maxwell’s Demon at the center of its progression through scientific and philosophical ideas.
By linking historical concepts with quantum mystery, it offers a cross-disciplinary perspective on the development of scientific thought.
Readers interested in physics, mathematics, history, and the philosophical dimensions of science will find a concise guide to these interconnected themes.
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