9780883855546-0883855542-Mathematical Apocrypha Redux: More Stories and Anecdotes of Mathematicians and the Mathematical (Spectrum)

Mathematical Apocrypha Redux: More Stories and Anecdotes of Mathematicians and the Mathematical (Spectrum)

ISBN-13: 9780883855546
ISBN-10: 0883855542
Author: Steven Krantz
Publication date: 2006
Publisher: American Mathematical Society
Format: Paperback 304 pages
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ISBN-13: 9780883855546
ISBN-10: 0883855542
Author: Steven Krantz
Publication date: 2006
Publisher: American Mathematical Society
Format: Paperback 304 pages

Summary

Mathematical Apocrypha Redux: More Stories and Anecdotes of Mathematicians and the Mathematical (Spectrum) (ISBN-13: 9780883855546 and ISBN-10: 0883855542), written by authors Steven Krantz, was published by American Mathematical Society in 2006. With an overall rating of 4.0 stars, it's a notable title among other Scientists (Professionals & Academics, History, Mathematics) books. You can easily purchase or rent Mathematical Apocrypha Redux: More Stories and Anecdotes of Mathematicians and the Mathematical (Spectrum) (Paperback) from BooksRun, along with many other new and used Scientists books and textbooks. And, if you're looking to sell your copy, our current buyback offer is $0.7.

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A companion to Mathematical Apocrypha, this second volume of anecdotes, stories, quips, and ruminations about mathematics and mathematicians is sure to please. It differs from other books of its type in that many of the stories are from the twentieth century and many about currently living mathematicians. A number of the best stories come from the author's first-hand experience. The writing is lively, engaging, and informative. There are stories the reader may wish to share with students and colleagues, friends, and relatives. The purpose of the book is to explore and to celebrate the many facets of mathematical life. The stories reveal mathematicians as intense, human, and sympathetic. They should resonate with readers everywhere.

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