Alan Turing

ebook Breaking Boundaries in Science and Technology (The Life of the Father of Modern Computing From Cracking the Enigma during WWII)

By Mark Lange

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Discover the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of Alan Turing, the brilliant British mathematician, logician, and computer scientist, who revolutionized the world of science and technology. His pioneering contributions in mathematics, logic, and computer science changed our understanding of the universe and laid the foundation for modern cryptography. His commitment to justice and his ultimate triumph in the face of adversity will move and inspire readers. This biography will take you on a journey through the life of a true visionary, a genius, and a pioneer. Learn about Turing's early years filled with academic promise, his groundbreaking work during World War II as a code breaker, and his passion for advocating for LGBTQ+ rights.


Inside, you will discover:

  • The young boy whose fascination with numbers paved the way for a revolutionary career.
  • Turing's groundbreaking time at Cambridge and the birth of the Turing machine.
  • The secret world of code breaking during WWII and the instrumental role Turing played.
  • The birth of modern computing and AI, all stemming from Turing's genius.
  • The heart-wrenching personal life of a man ahead of his time, and society's challenging response.
  • Alan Turing made the single biggest contribution to the Allied victory over Nazi Germany with his code-breaking machine. This book is telling you about his biography, timeline, Facts of Alan Turing Compare with the Film and inspiration.

    Alan Turing