Mindmatics invites readers into a captivating exploration where the boundaries between mind and mathematics dissolve. Professor Neuman delves into the profound connections between cognitive processes and mathematical expression in this groundbreaking work. From how children grasp abstract concepts to symmetry's role in art and mathematics, this book uncovers the hidden structures that shape our understanding of the world. With insightful discussions on the relationship between poetry and mathematics and the essential role of the unconscious in fostering mathematical imagination, Mindmatics offers a unique perspective on the interplay of thought, creativity, and logic. This book is a must-read for anyone curious about the deeper links between the human mind and the mathematical universe.

Engages with the study of math cognition from various, interdisciplinary perspectives Approaches non-trivial links between minds and mathematics in a cutting edge manner Appeals to a wide variety of readers

Autorentext

Prof. Yair Neuman is a polymath drawing on diverse disciplines to address various challenges. He published numerous papers and academic books and was a visiting Prof. at M.I.T., University of Toronto, University of Oxford, and Weizmann Institute of Science. His books include Mathematical Structures of Natural Intelligence (Springer) and Conceptual Mathematics and Literature (Brill).

Inhalt

Preface.- The Root of Mind and Mathematics.- Equality, Similarity, and Transformations.- Mind and Mathematics in an Event-Centered Approach.- Symmetry, the Unconscious, and Imagination.- Imagination, Mathematics, and Mysticism.- Epilogue.- Index.