The Mystery of the Aleph
Mathematics, the Kabbalah, and the Search for Infinity
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The narrative centers on Georg Cantor, a pioneering mathematician who developed set theory and introduced the revolutionary idea of infinite numbers. His work, particularly the continuum hypothesis, posed significant challenges to established mathematical principles. The book includes illustrations that enhance the exploration of Cantor's groundbreaking contributions and the impact of his ideas on the field of mathematics.
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The Mystery of the Aleph, Amir Aczel
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- Released
- 2001
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- Title
- The Mystery of the Aleph
- Subtitle
- Mathematics, the Kabbalah, and the Search for Infinity
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Amir Aczel
- Publisher
- Washington Square Press
- Released
- 2001
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 274
- ISBN13
- 9780743422994
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The narrative centers on Georg Cantor, a pioneering mathematician who developed set theory and introduced the revolutionary idea of infinite numbers. His work, particularly the continuum hypothesis, posed significant challenges to established mathematical principles. The book includes illustrations that enhance the exploration of Cantor's groundbreaking contributions and the impact of his ideas on the field of mathematics.