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Encounters with Mathematicians: The Human Side
An insightful and entertaining look into the lives of mathematicians.
Over the course of his life, Professor Milman, a world-renowned mathematician, had the pleasure of meeting numerous mathematicians. Inspired by his colleagues, who expressed their desire to learn more about the individuals behind the mathematics they read and utilize, Milman presents a collection of short vignettes that recount his encounters with these remarkable people.
To limit the scope of this book, Milman decided to concentrate mostly on encounters with his contemporaries.
The stories in the book offer an engaging glimpse into the lives of mathematicians, presenting personal accounts and intriguing legends. While the book does not delve into mathematics, it provides a unique perspective on the diverse personalities, talents, tastes, and working styles of these individuals.
It is a unique opportunity for readers to gain a better understanding of the human side of the math world, beyond the formulas and equations.
Over the course of his life, Professor Milman, a world-renowned mathematician, had the pleasure of meeting numerous mathematicians. Inspired by his colleagues, who expressed their desire to learn more about the individuals behind the mathematics they read and utilize, Milman presents a collection of short vignettes that recount his encounters with these remarkable people.
To limit the scope of this book, Milman decided to concentrate mostly on encounters with his contemporaries.
The stories in the book offer an engaging glimpse into the lives of mathematicians, presenting personal accounts and intriguing legends. While the book does not delve into mathematics, it provides a unique perspective on the diverse personalities, talents, tastes, and working styles of these individuals.
It is a unique opportunity for readers to gain a better understanding of the human side of the math world, beyond the formulas and equations.
204 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 6, 2023
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