Everything and More: A Compact History of Infinity

David Foster Wallace takes readers on a fascinating journey through the fascinating history of infinity. In Everything and More, he explores the paradoxes and controversies that have surrounded this concept from the ancient Greeks to the mathematical genius Georg Cantor. How do we make sense of something that is, by definition, endless? Is infinity something that exists in the real world, or is it simply a mathematical abstraction? Wallace brings his impressive intellectual prowess and distinctive writing style to bear on these questions, delving deep into the world of higher mathematics to uncover the truth about infinity. Filled with interesting insights and mind-bending concepts, Everything and More is a must-read for anyone who has ever been fascinated by the mysteries of mathematics.

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