Mathematicians is a remarkable collection of ninety-two
photographic portraits, featuring a selection of the most
impressive mathematicians of our time. Acclaimed photographer
Mariana Cook captures the exuberance and passion of these brilliant
thinkers. The superb images are accompanied by autobiographical
texts written by each mathematician. Together, the photographs and
words illuminate a diverse group of men and women dedicated to the
absorbing pursuit of mathematics. The compelling black-and-white
portraits introduce readers to mathematicians who are both young
and old and from notably diverse backgrounds. They include Fields
Medal winners, those at the beginning of major careers, and those
who are long-established celebrities in the discipline. Their
candid personal essays reveal unique and wide-ranging thoughts,
opinions, and humor. The mathematicians discuss how they became
interested in mathematics, why they love the subject, how they
remain motivated in the face of mathematical challenges, and how
their greatest contributions have paved new directions for future
generations. Mathematicians in the book include Jean-Pierre Serre,
Henri Cartan, Karen Uhlenbeck, David Blackwell, Eli Stein, John
Conway, Timothy Gowers, Frances Kirwan, Peter Lax, William Massey,
John Milnor, Cathleen Morawetz, John Nash, Pierre Deligne, and
James Simons. This book conveys the beauty and joy of mathematics
to readers outside the field as well as those in it. These pictures
and their texts are an inspiration, and a perfect gift for those
who love mathematics as well as for those who think they can't do
it!
General
Is the information for this product incomplete, wrong or inappropriate?
Let us know about it.
Does this product have an incorrect or missing image?
Send us a new image.
Is this product missing categories?
Add more categories.
Review This Product
No reviews yet - be the first to create one!
Welcome to Loot.co.za!
Sign in / Register |Wishlists & Gift Vouchers |Help | Advanced search
