Jacques Hadamard: A Universal Mathematician (History of Mathematics) - Hardcover

Mazia, V. G.; Shaposhnikova, T. O.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0821808419 ISBN 13: 9780821808412

Publisher: Amer Mathematical Society, 1998

Synopsis

This book presents a fascinating story of the long life and great accomplishments of Jacques Hadamard (1865-1963), who was once called "the living legend of mathematics". As one of the last universal mathematicians, Hadamard's contributions to mathematics are landmarks in various fields. His life is linked with world history of the 20th century in a dramatic way. This work provides an inspiring view of the development of various branches of mathematics during the 19th and 20th centuries.
Hadamard's life is described in a readable and inviting way. The authors humorously weave throughout his jokes and the myths about him. They also movingly recount the tragic side of his life. Stories about his relatives and friends, and old letters and documents create an authentic and colorful picture. The book contains over 300 photographs and illustrations.

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From the Publisher:

This is a fascinating book on the life and work of J. Hadamard (1865-1963). In fact, it is also a book on mathematics and mathematicians from the last quarter of the 19th century until today-extremely rich material collected, ordred and presented in an interesting, attractive and readable form. The authors have done an excellent job and the result deserves much attention from professional mathematicians and historians of science, as well as from students with an interest in mathematics. This book is warmly recommended to everybody who likes mathematics. European Mathematical Society Newsletter

About this edition

• Publisher: Amer Mathematical Society
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0821808419
• ISBN 13: 9780821808412
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 574