This book contains a collection of tales about mathematicians and the mathematical, derived from the author's experience. It shares with the reader the nature of the mathematical enterprise, and gives a glimpse of mathematical culture. The book brings legendary names to life, and shares little known stories about names we have heard all our lives. The book is written in a brisk and engaging manner and it also includes a number of attractive photographs and illustrations.
- ISBN13 9780883855393
- Publish Date 12 September 2002
- Publish Status Inactive
- Out of Print 25 April 2021
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Mathematical Association of America
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 226
- Language English