Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid
by Douglas R. Hofstadter
Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid by Douglas R. Hofstadter holds a highly rated rating of 4.30 out of 5, based on 31.6K reader ratings. First published in 1979. The book spans 777 pages.
About Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid
Douglas Hofstadter's book is concerned directly with the nature of “maps” or links between formal systems. However, according to Hofstadter, the formal system that underlies all mental activity transcends the system that supports it. If life can grow out of the formal chemical substrate of the cell, if consciousness can emerge out of a formal system of firing neurons, then so too will computers attain human intelligence. Gödel, Escher, Bach is a wonderful exploration of fascinating ideas at the heart of cognitive science: meaning, reduction, recursion, and much more.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Douglas R. Hofstadter |
| Published | 1979 |
| Pages | 777 |
| Genres | Science, Non-Fiction, Philosophy, Music, Psychology |
| Average Rating | 4.30 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 31,616 |
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What genre is Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid?
Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid is categorized as Science, Non-Fiction, Philosophy, Music. Its primary genre classification is Philosophy.
Is Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid worth reading?
Based on 31.6K reader ratings, Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid has an average score of 4.30 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid?
Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid has 777 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid?
Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid was written by Douglas R. Hofstadter. It was first published in 1979.
What is the ISBN for Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid?
The ISBN-13 for Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid is 9780465026560.0.
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