WEAVER, Warren.
Lady Luck: The Theory of Probability.
New York: Anchor Books/Doubleday & Company, Inc , 1963.
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First Edition of Warren Weaver's Lady Luck
First edition of this engaging and thorough discussion of the probability theory in science by one of the pioneers of machine translation and as an important figure in creating support for science in the United States. Duodecimo, original pictorial wrappers, illustrated with diagrams, problems, and sketches. In near fine condition. Illustrated by Peg Hosford. Rare.
Warren Weaver was a mathematician and science administrator whose career bridged pure mathematics, applied science, and public policy. Trained in mathematics, Weaver later became a key figure in the development of interdisciplinary scientific research, serving for many years at the Rockefeller Foundation, where he helped shape funding strategies for biology, medicine, and the social sciences. He is particularly noted for his role in the early formulation of information theory, having encouraged Claude Shannon’s foundational work and contributed to its broader conceptual framing. 'Lady Luck: The Theory of Probability' is an accessible introduction to probability and statistical thinking written for a general audience. Blending mathematical explanation with everyday examples, Weaver explores how chance operates in fields ranging from gambling and insurance to genetics and scientific research, emphasizing the importance of probabilistic reasoning in modern life.
Lady Luck: The Theory of Probability.
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