Men Of Mathematics (touchstone Book)

from bnielsen

Indeholder "Matematiske aforismer", "1. Indledning", "2. Moderne matematikere i antiken", " Zenon (495? -435?) f.v.T.)", " Eudoxos (ca 408 - ca 355 f.v.T.)", " Archimedes (ca 287 - 212 f.v.T.)", "3. Gentleman, soldat og matematiker", " Descartes (1596-1650)", "4. Amatørernes konge", " Fermat (160...

from tungsten_peerts

This is a wonderful book. The only reason I dock it a star is that a few of the accounts (Galois, Cantor) have proven to be inaccurate-to-lurid -- this fact does detract somewhat from its ultimate value. However, it is a fabulous read and a perennial inspiration, so I give the book loads of credit.

from tungsten_peerts

This is a wonderful book. The only reason I dock it a star is that a few of the accounts (Galois, Cantor) have proven to be inaccurate-to-lurid -- this fact does detract somewhat from its ultimate value. However, it is a fabulous read and a perennial inspiration, so I give the book loads of credit.

from heathweaver

Tales looks back over the history of math and science and shares anecdotal stories mixed with facts about many of the world's greatest minds. Although a lot of the stories are a bit far-fetched it was an enjoyable read.

from golfjr

Excellent mini-biographies of a selection of great mathematicians.