Computer Recreations.

Dewdney, A. K.

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ERIC Number: EJ394240

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1989

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Computer Recreations.

Dewdney, A. K.

Scientific American, v260 n6 p122-25 Jun 1989

Reviews the performance of computer programs for writing poetry and prose, including MARK V. SHANEY, MELL, POETRY GENERATOR, THUNDER THOUGHT, and ORPHEUS. Discusses the writing principles of the programs. Provides additional information on computer magnification techniques. (YP)

Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computers, Magnification Methods, Markov Processes, Poetry, Prose, Structural Analysis (Linguistics), Writing (Composition), Writing Processes

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Book/Product Reviews; Reports - Descriptive

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Audience: Researchers; Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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