Naming Infinity: A True Story of Religious Mysticism and Mathematical Creativity (Belknap Press)

Naming Infinity: A True Story of Religious Mysticism and Mathematical Creativity (Belknap Press)

by Loren Graham (Author), Loren Graham (Author), Loren Graham (Author), Jean–michael Kantor (Author), Jean–michel Kantor (Author)

Synopsis

Takes us on a mathematical mystery tour, unraveling a tale of political struggles, psychological crises, sexual complexities, and ethical dilemmas. This book focuses on the contest between French and Russian mathematicians who sought answers to one of the oldest puzzles in math: the nature of infinity.

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 256
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Published: 20 Mar 2009

ISBN 10: 0674032934
ISBN 13: 9780674032934