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John Horton Conway, a charismatic mathematician, is celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to mathematical symmetry and the invention of the Game of Life. His unique teaching style at Cambridge and later Princeton involved playful demonstrations using everyday objects, showcasing his imaginative approach to mathematics. This biography delves into his eccentric personality and professional quirks, providing an intimate glimpse into the mind of a truly original thinker who viewed mathematics as a source of beauty and joy.
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Genius at Play, Siobhan Roberts
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- Année de publication
- 2024
- Reliure
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- Titre
- Genius at Play
- Sous-titre
- The Curious Mind of John Horton Conway
- Langue
- Anglais
- Auteurs
- Siobhan Roberts
- Éditeur
- Princeton University Press
- Publié
- 2024
- Format
- souple
- Pages
- 480
- ISBN13
- 9780691266404
- Séries
- Catégories
- Mots clés
- Thème historique, Science
- Évaluation
- 3,65 sur 5
- Description
- John Horton Conway, a charismatic mathematician, is celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to mathematical symmetry and the invention of the Game of Life. His unique teaching style at Cambridge and later Princeton involved playful demonstrations using everyday objects, showcasing his imaginative approach to mathematics. This biography delves into his eccentric personality and professional quirks, providing an intimate glimpse into the mind of a truly original thinker who viewed mathematics as a source of beauty and joy.