Letters to a Young Mathematician
Synopsis
The first scientific entry in the acclaimed Art of Mentoring series from Basic Books,Letters to a Young Mathematiciantells readers what Ian Stewart wishes he had known when he was a student and young faculty member. Subjects ranging from the philosophical to the practical--what mathematics is and why it's worth doing, the relationship between logic and proof, the role of beauty in mathematical thinking, the future of mathematics, how to deal with the peculiarities of the mathematical community, and many others--are dealt with in Stewart's much-admired style, which combines subtle, easygoing humor with a talent for cutting to the heart of the matter. In the tradition of G. H. Hardy's classicA Mathematician's Apology, this book is sure to be a perennial favorite with students at all levels, as well as with other readers who are curious about the frequently incomprehensible world of mathematics.
- Hakimiliki:
- 2006 Basic Books
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- ISBN-13:
- 9780465008414
- Publisher:
- Basic Books
- Date of Addition:
- 2021-05-28T01:18:00Z
- Lugha:
- English
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- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.