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The Whys of a Philosophical Scrivener - 2nd Edition by Martin Gardner Paperback

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The Whys of a Philosophical Scrivener showcases Martin Gardner as the consummate philosopher, thinker, and great mathematician that he is.
About the Author: Martin Gardner born in 1914, is regular reviewer for The New York Review of Books and was a Scientific American columnist for over twenty-five years.
496 Pages
Philosophy, History & Surveys

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About the Book

First published in 1983, this classic work by a consummate philosopher, thinker, and great mathematician is discussed alongside Hofstadter's "Godel, Escher, Bach." the work challenges the discerning reader with fundamental questions of classical philosophy and life's greater meanings.

Book Synopsis

The Whys of a Philosophical Scrivener showcases Martin Gardner as the consummate philosopher, thinker, and great mathematician that he is. Exploring issues that range from faith to prayer to evil to immortality, and far beyond, Garnder challenges the discerning reader with fundamental questions of classical philosophy and life's greater meanings.
Recalling such philosophers was Wittgenstein and Arendt, The Whys of Philosophical Scrivener embodies Martin Garner's unceasing interest and joy in the impenetrable mysteries of life.

Review Quotes

"Gardner [is]...at the glorious zenith of his diversified powers." --The Boston Globe

"Martin Gardner is one of the greatest intellects produced in this country in this century." --Douglas Hofstadter

"For more than half a century, Martin Gardner has been the single brightestbeacone defending rationality and good science...He is also one of the most brilliant men and gracious writers that I have known." --Stephen Jay Gould

"Martin Gardner is that rarest of all contemporary species: a scholar in nobody's pocket; a sparkling, pellucid science and mathematics writer who can discuss Sigmund Freud, Sherlock Holmes, and proofs of God with equal fluency." --Stefan Kanfer, former book editor of Time Magazine

"Martin Gardner's contribution to contemporary culture is unique." --Noam Chomsky

About the Author

Martin Gardner born in 1914, is regular reviewer for The New York Review of Books and was a Scientific American columnist for over twenty-five years. He lives in Hendersonville, North Carolina.

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Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 6.0 Inches (W) x 1.3 Inches (D)

Weight: 1.45 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 496

Genre: Philosophy

Sub-Genre: History & Surveys

Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin

Theme: Modern

Format: Paperback

Author: Martin Gardner

Language: English

Street Date: August 21, 1999

TCIN: 94496050

UPC: 9780312206826

Item Number (DPCI): 247-10-7294

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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