The Secret Lives of Numbers
A Global History of Mathematics & its Unsung Trailblazers
(Author) Kate KitagawaThe protagonists of this book won't be familiar to most readers. Pythagoras, Newton and Descartes seldom feature. Instead, it highlights the remarkable lives and works of a diverse group of pioneers, who fought millennia of oppression to leave a spectacular legacy of mind-melting ideas and theorems. Kitagawa and Revell bring to life the stories of mathematicians from every continent, from the brilliant Arabic scholars of the 9th Century 'House of Wisdom'; to the pioneering African-American mathematicians of the 20th Century; from the first female mathematics professor (from Russia); to the "lady computers" around the world who revolutionised our knowledge of the night sky. The authors want passionately to inspire people of every background to believe that mathematics is a subject for them. This ground-breaking book changes how we view our mathematical past, casting fresh light on the possibilities for the future.
Kate Kitagawa
Kate Kitagawa is a Japanese-American author known for her impactful and evocative writing style. She is best known for her novel "The Cherry Blossom Path," which explores themes of identity, cultural heritage, and family relationships. Kitagawa's works often incorporate elements of magical realism and folklore from both Japanese and American traditions. Her writing has had a significant impact on the literary world, particularly in the realm of multicultural literature. Kitagawa's ability to seamlessly blend different cultural influences has earned her praise for her unique and thought-provoking storytelling.
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