The Colour of Infinity: Arthur C. Clarke on Fractals
Many people know of Arthur C. Clarke through his science work and his science fiction, especially 2001: A Space Odyssey. When I was but twelve or thirteen, I read another … Continue reading
Quantum spirituality trumps Newtonian politics
More wise musings from humorist Steve Bhaerman in his latest emailed dispatch: It’s time for us as a species to stop playing stupid and realize that undertruthing each religion is … Continue reading
Medieval Muslims made stunning math breakthrough
Sacred Geometry and Holy Numbers, Batman, the Al-Gebra movement really were gifted in Weapons of Maths Instruction. The intricate patterns and architectural wonders of Islamic architecture and art were not … Continue reading
The Passion of the Western Mind
A Norwegian friend and I living in Canberra a few years ago had fun filling up some rare idle time writing lists on a rainy day. Personal top tens such … Continue reading
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