Cover of the book Gödel, Escher, Bach - ein Endloses Geflochtenes Band

Bestseller book

Critically acclaimed

Already read? Rate it!

Gödel, Escher, Bach - ein Endloses Geflochtenes Band

byDouglas R. Hofstadter

Genres: Philosophy Psychology Science Modern Ethical Dilemmas Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Artificial Intelligence Computer Science

Who is this book for? Readers interested in cognitive science, philosophy, and the intersections of art and mathematics.

Topics MathematicsArtificial intelligenceCognitive scienceSymbolic logicComplexityMusicPhilosophyRecursionConsciousnessSymmetryCognitionIntelligence

MoodReflective, Thought-Provoking

HumorOccasional Humor

»Gödel, Escher, Bach« ist vielleicht das ungewöhnlichste Buch des letzten Quartals des 20. Jahrhunderts. Wie oft geschieht es, dass ein bis dato völlig unbekannter Autor in monomanischer Obsession ein paar hundert Seiten schreibt und damit die geistige Welt revolutioniert? Ein Buch, das über Nacht zum Kultbuch und Bestseller wurde. Schon die Verknüpfung von Bachschen Kompositionen, den Bildern Eschers und dem berüchtigten Unvollständigkeitssatz des österreichischen Mathematikers Kurt Gödel, dessen 100. Geburtstag am 28. April 2006 gefeiert wird, ist ungewöhnlich genug. Treten dann auch noch Achilles und eine Schildkröte auf den Plan, via Lewis Carroll einer alten griechischen Paradoxie entlehnt ..., dann wissen wir, dass wir ein rätselhaftes Jahrhundertbuch in Händen halten, das sich letztlich um eine Frage dreht, die sich in Hunderte verzweigt: Wie können selbstbewußte beseelte Wesen aus einer unbewußten, unbeseelten Materie entstehen? Und allmählich wird klar, daß hier in der Tat etwas höchst Ungewöhnliches vorliegt: das intelligente, brillante Sachbuch eines ernstzunehmenden Computer-Wissenschaftlers und zugleich ein auf vordergründiger wie auf kryptischer Ebene subtil und witzig gestaltetes Kunstwerk. Dies ist Anlass, sich erneut eines der ungewöhnlichsten Sachbücher aller Zeiten vorzunehmen. Douglas R. Hofstadter und Gero von Randow führen in das Buch ein und begleiten die Lektüre eines der verblüffendsten und erhellendsten Bücher, das je geschrieben wurde.

Language

Published on

19/03/2016

Pages

844

Format

Paperback

ISBN

9783608949063

Price Comparison

19.59 €

19.99 £

25 €

25 €

25 €

25 €

Editions in other languages

Gödel, Escher, Bach - ein Endloses Geflochtenes Band alternative edition book cover

Paperback

Books similar to “Gödel, Escher, Bach - ein Endloses Geflochtenes Band”

If you enjoyed reading “Gödel, Escher, Bach - ein Endloses Geflochtenes Band” by Douglas R. Hofstadter, you may also like some of the following books.

Max BennettA Brief History of Intelligence

A Brief History of Intelligence

Max Bennett

Roger PenroseThe Emperor's New Mind

The Emperor's New Mind

Roger Penrose

Dean BurnettThe Idiot Brain

The Idiot Brain

Dean Burnett

Daniel KahnemanThinking, fast and slow

Thinking, fast and slow

Daniel Kahneman

Stephen J. Dubner, Steven D. LevittThink Like a Freak

Think Like a Freak

Stephen J. Dubner, Steven D. Levitt

Ray KurzweilThe Singularity Is Near

The Singularity Is Near

Ray Kurzweil

Maurice Merleau-PontyPhenomenology of Perception

Phenomenology of Perception

Maurice Merleau-Ponty

Thomas MannThe Magic Mountain

The Magic Mountain

Thomas Mann

Modern Ethical Dilemmas

Modern Ethical Dilemmas explores the moral challenges of today's world. This subgenre appeals to readers interested in the complexities of contemporary issues and the philosophical debates surrounding them.

Alan WattsThe Way of Zen

The Way of Zen

by Alan Watts

mechil foucault, Michel Foucault, Simon PrebbleDiscipline and Punish

Discipline and Punish

by mechil foucault, Michel Foucault et al.

Theodor W. AdornoMinima Moralia

Minima Moralia

by Theodor W. Adorno

Alain De Botton, The School of LifeThe School of Life

The School of Life

by Alain De Botton, The School of Life

Oliver BurkemanThe Antidote

The Antidote

by Oliver Burkeman

Jean-Jacques RousseauA Discourse on Inequality

A Discourse on Inequality

by Jean-Jacques Rousseau

Byung-Chul HanThe Burnout Society

The Burnout Society

by Byung-Chul Han

Erich FrommTo Have or To Be?

To Have or To Be?

by Erich Fromm

Alasdair C. MacIntyre, Alasdair MacIntyreAfter Virtue

After Virtue

by Alasdair C. MacIntyre, Alasdair MacIntyre

Glen PettigroveForgiveness and Love

Forgiveness and Love

by Glen Pettigrove

Ludwig WittgensteinPhilosophical Investigations

Philosophical Investigations

by Ludwig Wittgenstein

David Foster WallaceThis is water

This is water

by David Foster Wallace

David BenatarBetter Never to Have Been

Better Never to Have Been

by David Benatar

Friedrich NietzscheOn the Genealogy of Morals

On the Genealogy of Morals

by Friedrich Nietzsche

Immanuel KantCritique of Pure Reason

Critique of Pure Reason

by Immanuel Kant

Daniel C. DennettBreaking the Spell

Breaking the Spell

by Daniel C. Dennett

Theodor W. AdornoDialectic of Enlightenment (Cultural Memory in the Present)

Dialectic of Enlightenment (Cultural Memory in the Present)

by Theodor W. Adorno

Harry G. FrankfurtOn Bullshit

On Bullshit

by Harry G. Frankfurt

Aldous HuxleyThe Doors of Perception

The Doors of Perception

by Aldous Huxley

Augustine of HippoCity of God

City of God

by Augustine of Hippo

J. M. DillardStar Trek Generations

Star Trek Generations

by J. M. Dillard

Jacques DerridaWriting and Difference

Writing and Difference

by Jacques Derrida

T. M. ScanlonWhat We Owe to Each Other

What We Owe to Each Other

by T. M. Scanlon

Arthur SchopenhauerDie Kunst, Recht zu behalten

Die Kunst, Recht zu behalten

by Arthur Schopenhauer

Jean-François LyotardThe Postmodern Condition

The Postmodern Condition

by Jean-François Lyotard

Show all

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy offers practical approaches to changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. This subgenre is beneficial for those seeking effective strategies for mental health improvement and personal growth.

Lisa GenovaRemember

Remember

by Lisa Genova

Judson BrewerUnwinding Anxiety

Unwinding Anxiety

by Judson Brewer

Caroline LeafCleaning Up Your Mental Mess – 5 Simple, Scientifically Proven Steps to Reduce Anxiety, Stress, and Toxic Thinking

Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess – 5 Simple, Scientifically Proven Steps to Reduce Anxiety, Stress, and Toxic Thinking

by Caroline Leaf

Jenara NerenbergDivergent Mind

Divergent Mind

by Jenara Nerenberg

Max LucadoAnxious for Nothing

Anxious for Nothing

by Max Lucado

Jeffrey E. YoungReinventing Your Life

Reinventing Your Life

by Jeffrey E. Young

Marc BrackettPermission to Feel

Permission to Feel

by Marc Brackett

Daniel Z. LiebermanThe Molecule of More

The Molecule of More

by Daniel Z. Lieberman

Paul BroksThe Darker the Night, the Brighter the Stars

The Darker the Night, the Brighter the Stars

by Paul Broks

Lisa Feldman BarrettHow Emotions Are Made

How Emotions Are Made

by Lisa Feldman Barrett

Dexter DiasTen Types of Human

Ten Types of Human

by Dexter Dias

Adam L. AlterIrresistible

Irresistible

by Adam L. Alter

Susan DavidEmotional Agility

Emotional Agility

by Susan David

Peter ScazzeroEmotionally Healthy Spirituality

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality

by Peter Scazzero

Kelly McGonigalThe Upside of Stress

The Upside of Stress

by Kelly McGonigal

Gavin Marguerite, Lindsay C Gibson, Lindsay C. Gibson, Lindsay C. Gibson PsyD, Lindsay Gibson, Marguerite GavinAdult children of emotionally immature parents

Adult children of emotionally immature parents

by Gavin Marguerite, Lindsay C Gibson et al.

Alex Korb PhD, Daniel J. Siegel MDThe Upward Spiral

The Upward Spiral

by Alex Korb PhD, Daniel J. Siegel MD

Benedict CareyHow We Learn

How We Learn

by Benedict Carey

Dan Gardner, Philip E. Tetlock, Philip Tetlock, Tetlock, Philip E.; Gardner, DanSuperforecasting

Superforecasting

by Dan Gardner, Philip E. Tetlock et al.

Jonice WebbRunning on Empty

Running on Empty

by Jonice Webb

Leonard MlodinowSubliminal

Subliminal

by Leonard Mlodinow

David R. HawkinsPower vs. Force

Power vs. Force

by David R. Hawkins

Mark WilliamsMindfulness

Mindfulness

by Mark Williams

Show all

Artificial Intelligence

Uncover the future with Artificial Intelligence literature. These books examine the impact and potential of AI technology, offering insights into how machines are reshaping our world.

Ray KurzweilThe Singularity Is Nearer

The Singularity Is Nearer

by Ray Kurzweil

Anil AnanthaswamyWhy Machines Learn

Why Machines Learn

by Anil Ananthaswamy

Isaac AsimovThe Complete Robot

The Complete Robot

by Isaac Asimov

Mo GawdatScary Smart

Scary Smart

by Mo Gawdat

Kai-Fu LeeAI Superpowers

AI Superpowers

by Kai-Fu Lee

Stanislas DehaeneHow We Learn

How We Learn

by Stanislas Dehaene

Janelle ShaneYou Look Like a Thing and I Love You

You Look Like a Thing and I Love You

by Janelle Shane

Jamie MetzlHacking Darwin

Hacking Darwin

by Jamie Metzl

Stuart J. RussellHuman Compatible

Human Compatible

by Stuart J. Russell

Eric J. TopolDeep Medicine

Deep Medicine

by Eric J. Topol

Hannah FryHello World

Hello World

by Hannah Fry

Dana Mackenzie, Dana Mackenzie Judea Pearl, Judea Pearl, Mel FosterThe Book of Why

The Book of Why

by Dana Mackenzie, Dana Mackenzie Judea Pearl et al.

Max TegmarkLife 3.0

Life 3.0

by Max Tegmark

Pedro DomingosThe Master Algorithm

The Master Algorithm

by Pedro Domingos

Yuval Noah HarariHomo Deus

Homo Deus

by Yuval Noah Harari

Aaron Courville, Francis Bach, Ian Goodfellow, Yoshua BengioDeep Learning

Deep Learning

by Aaron Courville, Francis Bach et al.

Michio KakuPhysics of the Future

Physics of the Future

by Michio Kaku

Ray KurzweilThe Singularity Is Near

The Singularity Is Near

by Ray Kurzweil

Show all

Computer Science

Navigate the digital realm with Computer Science books that cover everything from algorithms to software development, essential for tech enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Arthur J. DeaneCCSP For Dummies

CCSP For Dummies

by Arthur J. Deane

Jeanne Boyarsky, Scott SelikoffOCP Oracle Certified Professional Java SE 17 Developer Practice Tests

OCP Oracle Certified Professional Java SE 17 Developer Practice Tests

by Jeanne Boyarsky, Scott Selikoff

Nicole PerlrothThis Is How They Tell Me the World Ends

This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends

by Nicole Perlroth

Jon GjengsetRust for Rustaceans

Rust for Rustaceans

by Jon Gjengset

Jill LeporeIf Then

If Then

by Jill Lepore

Brian WardHow Linux Works

How Linux Works

by Brian Ward

Al SweigartAutomate the Boring Stuff with Python

Automate the Boring Stuff with Python

by Al Sweigart

Martin FowlerRefactoring

Refactoring

by Martin Fowler

Kevin D. MitnickThe Art of Invisibility

The Art of Invisibility

by Kevin D. Mitnick

Simon Reindl, Stephanie OckermanMastering Professional Scrum

Mastering Professional Scrum

by Simon Reindl, Stephanie Ockerman

Jaron LanierTen Arguments For Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now

Ten Arguments For Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now

by Jaron Lanier

Sarrah Vesselov, Taurie DavisBuilding Design Systems

Building Design Systems

by Sarrah Vesselov, Taurie Davis

Fanie ReyndersModern API Design with ASP.NET Core 2

Modern API Design with ASP.NET Core 2

by Fanie Reynders

Adam FreemanPro Entity Framework Core 2 for ASP.NET Core MVC

Pro Entity Framework Core 2 for ASP.NET Core MVC

by Adam Freeman

Barry BurdJava For Dummies

Java For Dummies

by Barry Burd

Chris Schaefer, Clarence Ho, Iuliana Cosmina, Rob HarropPro Spring 5

Pro Spring 5

by Chris Schaefer, Clarence Ho et al.

Adam FreemanPro Asp.Net Core Mvc 2

Pro Asp.Net Core Mvc 2

by Adam Freeman

Adam FreemanEssential Angular for ASP.NET Core MVC

Essential Angular for ASP.NET Core MVC

by Adam Freeman

Robert C. MartinClean Architecture

Clean Architecture

by Robert C. Martin

James CabreraModular Design Frameworks

Modular Design Frameworks

by James Cabrera

Brent LasterProfessional Git

Professional Git

by Brent Laster

Walter IsaacsonSteve Jobs

Steve Jobs

by Walter Isaacson

Steve KrugDon't Make Me Think, Revisited: A Common Sense Approach to Web Usability

Don't Make Me Think, Revisited: A Common Sense Approach to Web Usability

by Steve Krug

Marcus GeduldAfter Effects Expressions

After Effects Expressions

by Marcus Geduld

Peter BauerPhotoshop CC For Dummies

Photoshop CC For Dummies

by Peter Bauer

Stephan Lukosch, Till Schummer, Till SchümmerPatterns for Computer-Mediated Interaction

Patterns for Computer-Mediated Interaction

by Stephan Lukosch, Till Schummer et al.

Nik WahlbergUmbraco User's Guide

Umbraco User's Guide

by Nik Wahlberg

Graham, PaulHackers & Painters

Hackers & Painters

by Graham, Paul

Show all

Award Winning Literature

Step into the world of **Award Winning Literature books**, where every page resonates with excellence and acclaim. These books have not only captured the hearts of readers but have also been recognized by prestigious literary awards.

J. K. RowlingHarry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: MinaLima Edition

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: MinaLima Edition

by J. K. Rowling

Veronica RothDivergent

Divergent

by Veronica Roth

Delia OwensWhere the Crawdads Sing - Collector's Edition

Where the Crawdads Sing - Collector's Edition

by Delia Owens

Anthony DoerrAll the Light We Cannot See

All the Light We Cannot See

by Anthony Doerr

Frank HerbertDune

Dune

by Frank Herbert

William GoldingLord of the Flies

Lord of the Flies

by William Golding

Charlotte BrontëJane Eyre

Jane Eyre

by Charlotte Brontë

V. E. Schwab, V.E. Schwab, Victoria SchwabThe Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

by V. E. Schwab, V.E. Schwab et al.

E. B. White, Guillermo Solana AlonsoCharlotte's Web

Charlotte's Web

by E. B. White, Guillermo Solana Alonso

Madeline MillerCirce

Circe

by Madeline Miller

John SteinbeckOf Mice and Men

Of Mice and Men

by John Steinbeck

Bram StokerDracula

Dracula

by Bram Stoker

Christopher PaoliniEragon

Eragon

by Christopher Paolini

Frances Hodgson BurnettThe Secret Garden

The Secret Garden

by Frances Hodgson Burnett

Christina Lamb, Malala YousafzaiI Am Malala

I Am Malala

by Christina Lamb, Malala Yousafzai

Taylor Jenkins ReidDaisy Jones and The Six

Daisy Jones and The Six

by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Jennifer L. ArmentroutFrom Blood and Ash

From Blood and Ash

by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Erin MorgensternThe Night Circus

The Night Circus

by Erin Morgenstern

Kurt VonnegutSlaughterhouse 5

Slaughterhouse 5

by Kurt Vonnegut

Holly JacksonA Good Girl's Guide to Murder. Collectors Edition

A Good Girl's Guide to Murder. Collectors Edition

by Holly Jackson

Madeleine L'EngleA Wrinkle in Time

A Wrinkle in Time

by Madeleine L'Engle

André AcimanCall Me By Your Name

Call Me By Your Name

by André Aciman

Charles Dixon, J.R.R. TolkienThe Hobbit

The Hobbit

by Charles Dixon, J.R.R. Tolkien

Lucy Maud Montgomery, Lucy M. . MontgomeryAnne of Green Gables

Anne of Green Gables

by Lucy Maud Montgomery, Lucy M. . Montgomery

Karen M. McManusOne of Us Is Lying

One of Us Is Lying

by Karen M. McManus

Patrick RothfussThe Name of the Wind

The Name of the Wind

by Patrick Rothfuss

Alice OsemanHeartstopper Volume 1

Heartstopper Volume 1

by Alice Oseman

Sarah J. MaasCrown of Midnight

Crown of Midnight

by Sarah J. Maas

William ShakespeareHamlet

Hamlet

by William Shakespeare

Roald DahlCharlie and the Chocolate Factory

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

by Roald Dahl

Show all

Philosophy

Embark on a journey through the profound and thought-provoking world of philosophy books. Whether you're seeking to unravel the mysteries of existence or explore ethical dilemmas, our collection offers something for every curious mind.

Charlie MackesyThe Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse: The Animated Story

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse: The Animated Story

by Charlie Mackesy

Kahlil GibranThe Prophet

The Prophet

by Kahlil Gibran

Friedrich Engels, Karl MarxThe Communist Manifesto

The Communist Manifesto

by Friedrich Engels, Karl Marx

James Carse, James P. CarseFinite and Infinite Games

Finite and Infinite Games

by James Carse, James P. Carse

Steven PinkerRationality

Rationality

by Steven Pinker

Albert CamusThe Fall

The Fall

by Albert Camus

Søren KierkegaardThe Sickness Unto Death

The Sickness Unto Death

by Søren Kierkegaard

Ludwig WittgensteinTractatus Logico-Philosophicus

Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus

by Ludwig Wittgenstein

John Strelecky, Root LeebThe Café on the Edge of the World

The Café on the Edge of the World

by John Strelecky, Root Leeb

Yuval Noah Harari21 Lessons for the 21st Century

21 Lessons for the 21st Century

by Yuval Noah Harari

Robert M. PirsigZen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance

Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance

by Robert M. Pirsig

Muriel BarberyThe Elegance of the Hedgehog

The Elegance of the Hedgehog

by Muriel Barbery

Jonathan Safran FoerEating Animals

Eating Animals

by Jonathan Safran Foer

Thomas MannThe Magic Mountain

The Magic Mountain

by Thomas Mann

Friedrich NietzscheBeyond Good and Evil

Beyond Good and Evil

by Friedrich Nietzsche

Albert CamusThe Outsider

The Outsider

by Albert Camus

Alain De BottonThe Architecture of Happiness

The Architecture of Happiness

by Alain De Botton

Jenny Odell, Rebecca GibelHow To Do Nothing

How To Do Nothing

by Jenny Odell, Rebecca Gibel

Bertrand RussellHistory of Western Philosophy

History of Western Philosophy

by Bertrand Russell

Ryan HolidayThe Obstacle is the Way

The Obstacle is the Way

by Ryan Holiday

Douglas R. HofstadterGödel, Escher, Bach : an eternal golden braid

Gödel, Escher, Bach : an eternal golden braid

by Douglas R. Hofstadter

Nassim Nicholas TalebAntifragile

Antifragile

by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

Shunryū SuzukiZen Mind, Beginner's Mind

Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind

by Shunryū Suzuki

Carlo RovelliSeven Brief Lessons on Physics

Seven Brief Lessons on Physics

by Carlo Rovelli

Fumitake Koga Ichiro KishimiCourage To Be Disliked

Courage To Be Disliked

by Fumitake Koga Ichiro Kishimi

Sam HarrisWaking Up

Waking Up

by Sam Harris

Steven PinkerEnlightenment Now

Enlightenment Now

by Steven Pinker

David Graeber, David WengrowThe Dawn of Everything

The Dawn of Everything

by David Graeber, David Wengrow

Thomas MoreUtopia

Utopia

by Thomas More

Rutger BregmanHumankind

Humankind

by Rutger Bregman

Show all

Psychology

Explore the fascinating world of psychology books that delve into the complexities of the human mind and behavior. Whether you're a student, professional, or simply curious, our collection offers a comprehensive insight into psychological theories and practices.

Jean-Dominique BaubyThe Diving-Bell and the Butterfly

The Diving-Bell and the Butterfly

by Jean-Dominique Bauby

Jonathan Davis, Oliver SacksAwakenings

Awakenings

by Jonathan Davis, Oliver Sacks

Kay Redfield Jamison, Kay R. JamisonAn Unquiet Mind

An Unquiet Mind

by Kay Redfield Jamison, Kay R. Jamison

Louise ErdrichThe Sentence

The Sentence

by Louise Erdrich

Anna LembkeDopamine Nation

Dopamine Nation

by Anna Lembke

Soraya L. ChemalyRage Becomes Her

Rage Becomes Her

by Soraya L. Chemaly

Johann HariStolen Focus

Stolen Focus

by Johann Hari

Sarah WilsonThis One Wild and Precious Life

This One Wild and Precious Life

by Sarah Wilson

Lisa ScottolineWhat Happened to the Bennetts

What Happened to the Bennetts

by Lisa Scottoline

Jenny OffillWeather

Weather

by Jenny Offill

Nate SilverOn the Edge

On the Edge

by Nate Silver

Julia GalefThe Scout Mindset

The Scout Mindset

by Julia Galef

Carl Gustav JungPsychological Types

Psychological Types

by Carl Gustav Jung

James BridleWays of Being

Ways of Being

by James Bridle

Tara SchusterBuy Yourself the F*cking Lilies

Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies

by Tara Schuster

Gillian AndersonWant

Want

by Gillian Anderson

Meg ArrollTiny Traumas

Tiny Traumas

by Meg Arroll

Guy LeschzinerThe Man Who Tasted Words

The Man Who Tasted Words

by Guy Leschziner

Daniel KahnemanThinking, Fast and Slow

Thinking, Fast and Slow

by Daniel Kahneman

Viktor E. FranklMan's Search For Meaning

Man's Search For Meaning

by Viktor E. Frankl

Susan CainQuiet

Quiet

by Susan Cain

Eckhart TolleThe Power of Now

The Power of Now

by Eckhart Tolle

Lori GottliebMaybe You Should Talk to Someone

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

by Lori Gottlieb

Brené BrownDaring Greatly

Daring Greatly

by Brené Brown

Bessel A. Van Der KolkThe Body Keeps the Score

The Body Keeps the Score

by Bessel A. Van Der Kolk

Adam GrantThink Again

Think Again

by Adam Grant

Atul GawandeBeing Mortal

Being Mortal

by Atul Gawande

Brené BrownBraving the Wilderness

Braving the Wilderness

by Brené Brown

Show all

Science

Dive into the fascinating world of science books that challenge our understanding of the universe and inspire curiosity. Whether you're a seasoned scientist or a curious reader, our collection offers a wealth of knowledge across various fields.