
Alan Turing has long proved a subject of fascination, but following the centenary of his birth in 2012, the code-breaker, computer pioneer, mathematician (and much more) has become even more celebrated with much media coverage, and several meetings, conferences and books raising public awareness of Turing's life and work. This volume will bring together contributions from some of the leading experts on Alan Turing to create a comprehensive guide to Turing that will serve as a useful resource for researchers in the area as well as the increasingly interested general reader. The book will cover aspects of Turing's life and the wide range of his intellectual activities, including mathematics, code-breaking, computer science, logic, artificial intelligence and mathematical biology, as well as his subsequent influence.
This volume investigates the multifaceted intellectual legacy and life of Alan Turing by synthesizing contributions from leading experts in mathematics, logic, and computer science. The authors, including Jack Copeland and Jonathan Bowen, utilize a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach to document Turing's contributions to code-breaking, artificial intelligence, and mathematical biology, providing a structured overview of his impact on modern technology and theory.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Experts and researchers frequently cite this volume as a foundational resource for understanding the breadth of Turing's intellectual contributions. Readers often note the academic rigor of the essays, which successfully bridge the gap between specialized technical analysis and accessible historical context.
Page Count:
565
Publication Date:
2017-01-01
Publisher:
OUP Oxford
ISBN-10:
0191065013
ISBN-13:
9780191065019
No comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!