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Genius at Play

The Curious Mind of John Horton Conway

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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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Tytuł
Genius at Play
Podtytuł
The Curious Mind of John Horton Conway
Język
angielski
Rok wydania
2024
Oprawa
miękka
Liczba stron
480
ISBN13
9780691266404
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3,65 z 5
Opis
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.