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The Information - A History, A Theory, A Flood

by James Gleick, illustrated
The Information - A History, A Theory, A Flood - Thryft
The Information - A History, A Theory, A Flood - Thryft

Discover the power and evolution of information.

Recommendations: 1. This book is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the history and impact of information. Gleick beautifully weaves together stories and theories to create a captivating narrative that will leave you with a deeper understanding of how information shapes our world. 2. If you're curious about how information has transformed society and want to explore the intricacies of information theory, this book is for you. With meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Gleick takes you on a journey through the evolution of information, leaving you with a profound appreciation for its role in our lives. 3. If you're looking for a book that transcends disciplines and explores the interconnectedness of ideas, this is it. Gleick seamlessly combines history, science, and philosophy to provide a comprehensive exploration of information. Prepare to be enthralled by the countless anecdotes and insights that make this book a masterpiece.

  • Royal Society Science Book Prize (2012)
  • National Book Critics Circle Award Nominee for General Nonfiction (2011)
  • PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award (2012)
  • Hessell-Tiltman Prize (2012)
  • Andrew Carnegie Medal Nominee for Nonfiction (Shortlist) (2012)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Nonfiction (2011)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Information - A History, A Theory, A Flood

by James Gleick, illustrated
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ISBN: 9780007225736
Authors: James Gleick, illustrated
Publisher: Fourth Estate
Date of Publication: 2011-01-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Business, Science, Philosophy, History
Related Topics: Technology, Mathematics, Popular Science, History
Goodreads rating: 4.03
(rated by 16159 readers)

Description

James Gleick, the author of the best-sellers 'Chaos' and 'Genius', brings us his crowning work: a revelatory chronicle that shows how information has become the modern era's defining quality - the blood, the fuel, the vital principle of our world.
 

Discover the power and evolution of information.

Recommendations: 1. This book is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the history and impact of information. Gleick beautifully weaves together stories and theories to create a captivating narrative that will leave you with a deeper understanding of how information shapes our world. 2. If you're curious about how information has transformed society and want to explore the intricacies of information theory, this book is for you. With meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Gleick takes you on a journey through the evolution of information, leaving you with a profound appreciation for its role in our lives. 3. If you're looking for a book that transcends disciplines and explores the interconnectedness of ideas, this is it. Gleick seamlessly combines history, science, and philosophy to provide a comprehensive exploration of information. Prepare to be enthralled by the countless anecdotes and insights that make this book a masterpiece.

  • Royal Society Science Book Prize (2012)
  • National Book Critics Circle Award Nominee for General Nonfiction (2011)
  • PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award (2012)
  • Hessell-Tiltman Prize (2012)
  • Andrew Carnegie Medal Nominee for Nonfiction (Shortlist) (2012)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Nonfiction (2011)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.