

The Turing Guide
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The Turing Guide, authored and edited by Jack Copeland, Jonathan Bowen, Mark Sprevak, and Robin Wilson, is a comprehensive and accessible companion to the life, work, and legacy of Alan Turing. This richly illustrated volume brings together contributions from leading scholars and experts to explore Turing’s groundbreaking contributions to computer science, mathematics, cryptography, artificial intelligence, philosophy, and biology. The book covers Turing’s pivotal role in cracking the Enigma code during World War II, his foundational work on the concept of the universal machine (which paved the way for modern computers), and his visionary ideas about machine intelligence and morphogenesis in biology. It also delves into his personal life, including the persecution he suffered due to his homosexuality, and reflects on his enduring impact on science and culture. The Turing Guide offers a balanced blend of technical detail and biographical insight, making it suitable for both general readers and specialists interested in Turing’s extraordinary mind and the far-reaching consequences of his work.