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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781781254301
Year: 2018
Publisher: Profile Books
Pages: 320
Explore the captivating world of mathematics with Ian Stewart's remarkable book, where he chronicles the extraordinary lives of history's 25 greatest mathematicians. This compelling narrative dives deep into the innovative contributions that shaped the mathematical landscape, featuring influential figures such as Archimedes, Newton, and Ada Lovelace—the first computer programmer. Discover how these brilliant minds accessed mathematical ideas through unique experiences, from gambling to wallpaper inspirations.
Stewart ingeniously intertwines the stories of these mathematicians, including the rediscovered genius Srinivasa Ramanujan and the avant-garde Benoit Mandelbrot. Each chapter reveals not only their groundbreaking discoveries but also their personal struggles and triumphs, making this an enriching read for anyone passionate about the history of mathematics.
This book serves as both an enlightening resource for students and a fascinating recounting of mathematical history for enthusiasts. Enhance your understanding of the individuals whose work continues to influence mathematics today. Don't miss out on this essential addition to the library of any math lover!
Delivery Information: Fast shipping across New Zealand. All orders are carefully packaged and dispatched promptly to ensure you receive your book in pristine condition.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781781254301
Year: 2018
Publisher: Profile Books
Pages: 320
Description:
Which mathematician elaborated a crucial concept the night before he died in a duel? Who funded his maths and medical career through gambling and chess? Who learned maths from her wallpaper?
Ian Stewart presents the extraordinary lives and amazing discoveries of twenty-five of history's greatest mathematicians from Archimedes and Liu Hui to Benoit Mandelbrot and William Thurston. His subjects are the inspiring individuals from all over the world who have made crucial contributions to mathematics. They include the rediscovered geniuses Srinivasa Ramanujan and Emmy Noether, alongside the towering figures of Muhammad al-Khwarizmi (inventor of the algorithm), Pierre de Fermat, Isaac Newton, Carl Friedrich Gauss, Nikolai Ivanovich Lobachevsky, Bernhard Reimann (precursor to Einstein), Henri Poincare, Ada Lovelace (arguably the first computer programmer), Kurt Godel and Alan Turing.
Ian Stewart's vivid accounts are fascinating in themselves and, taken together, cohere into a riveting history of key steps in the development of mathematics.
ISBN: 9781781254301
Year: 2018
Publisher: Profile Books
Pages: 320
Explore the captivating world of mathematics with Ian Stewart's remarkable book, where he chronicles the extraordinary lives of history's 25 greatest mathematicians. This compelling narrative dives deep into the innovative contributions that shaped the mathematical landscape, featuring influential figures such as Archimedes, Newton, and Ada Lovelace—the first computer programmer. Discover how these brilliant minds accessed mathematical ideas through unique experiences, from gambling to wallpaper inspirations.
Stewart ingeniously intertwines the stories of these mathematicians, including the rediscovered genius Srinivasa Ramanujan and the avant-garde Benoit Mandelbrot. Each chapter reveals not only their groundbreaking discoveries but also their personal struggles and triumphs, making this an enriching read for anyone passionate about the history of mathematics.
This book serves as both an enlightening resource for students and a fascinating recounting of mathematical history for enthusiasts. Enhance your understanding of the individuals whose work continues to influence mathematics today. Don't miss out on this essential addition to the library of any math lover!
Delivery Information: Fast shipping across New Zealand. All orders are carefully packaged and dispatched promptly to ensure you receive your book in pristine condition.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781781254301
Year: 2018
Publisher: Profile Books
Pages: 320
Description:
Which mathematician elaborated a crucial concept the night before he died in a duel? Who funded his maths and medical career through gambling and chess? Who learned maths from her wallpaper?
Ian Stewart presents the extraordinary lives and amazing discoveries of twenty-five of history's greatest mathematicians from Archimedes and Liu Hui to Benoit Mandelbrot and William Thurston. His subjects are the inspiring individuals from all over the world who have made crucial contributions to mathematics. They include the rediscovered geniuses Srinivasa Ramanujan and Emmy Noether, alongside the towering figures of Muhammad al-Khwarizmi (inventor of the algorithm), Pierre de Fermat, Isaac Newton, Carl Friedrich Gauss, Nikolai Ivanovich Lobachevsky, Bernhard Reimann (precursor to Einstein), Henri Poincare, Ada Lovelace (arguably the first computer programmer), Kurt Godel and Alan Turing.
Ian Stewart's vivid accounts are fascinating in themselves and, taken together, cohere into a riveting history of key steps in the development of mathematics.