On simplicity and elegance: an essay in intellectual history - Couverture souple

Derkse, Wil

 
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Synopsis

The general inclination towards simplicity and economy is not limited to modernity. Already in Aristotle’s days simplicity is quoted as a standing principle. One of the aims of this essay is to display the historical continuity in the directive influence of the criteria of simplicity and elegance.

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The general inclination towards simplicity and economy is not limited to modernity. Already in Aristotle’s days simplicity is quoted as a standing principle. One of the aims of this essay is to display the historical continuity in the directive influence of the criteria of simplicity and elegance.

Les informations fournies dans la section « A propos du livre » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.