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Passages From the Life of a Philosopher
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ISBN13: 9781023537537
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 362
Weight: 1.50
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Delve into the mind of a true Victorian polymath with Passages from the Life of a Philosopher, the autobiography of Charles Babbage. More than just a mathematician or scientist, Babbage offers a unique perspective on the 19th century through the eyes of a pioneering thinker. This volume provides a rare glimpse into the life and thoughts of the man considered by many to be the father of the computer.
Explore Babbage's reflections on science, society, and the very nature of knowledge itself. This meticulously prepared edition invites readers to engage with Babbage's original insights and experience firsthand the intellectual landscape of his era. Discover the passions and pursuits of a brilliant philosopher whose legacy continues to shape our world. Passages from the Life of a Philosopher is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of science, the evolution of philosophical thought, or the life of a remarkable individual.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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