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Would-Be Worlds
How Simulation Is Changing the Frontiers of Science
by J. L. Casti
ISBN: 0471196932
ISBN-13: 9780471196938
Format: Paperback
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"A very solid and useful discussion of the theory and practice of computer modeling in the physical and social sciences."
-- Kirkus
"Casti is one of the great science writers of the 1990s."
-- San Francisco Examiner
Bibliographic Details
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Published date: 1998
Size: 6.25 x 9 inches
Weight: 0.85 pounds
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Critical acclaim for How Simulation Is Changing the Frontiers of Science "John Casti is one of the great science writers of the 1990s." —San Francisco Examiner.
"A popular account of the enormous change computers have brought to the everyday practice of science . . . an easy and enjoyable read." —Nature.
"As we approach a new century, modelling through new mathematical insights and powerful computers grows apace . . . .John Casti has written a truly important book." —The Sunday Times.
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Would-Be Worlds: How Simulation Is Changing the Frontiers of Science
Casti, J. L
Somerset, New Jersey, U.S.A.: John Wiley & Sons Inc, 1998 242pp; paperback; new condition; clean pages; tight binding; color pictures included; little to no shelf wear; "In this book, the author explores these silicon microworlds, explaining how they are used to formulate new theories and solve practical problems". paper back. As New. 8vo-over 7 3/4-9 3/4 tall. ( more information) Offered by No Garbage Books (United States)
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Would-be-worlds: How Simulation Is Changing the Frontiers of Science
Casti, John L
John Wiley & Sons Inc 26 February, 1998. 8vo softcover 242pp index, b/w illus. very good. In the ever-changing world of science, new instruments often lead to momentous discoveries. Out of the bits and bytes of computer memory, scientists are making "artificial worlds", where experiments can be staged which are too impractical or costly to perform in reality. In this book, the author explores these silicon microworlds, explaining how they are used to formulate new theories and solve practical problems. . ( more information) Offered by Dial a Book (Australia)
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