cédric villani birth of a theorem a mathematical adventure

Villani's book eloquently humanizes mathematicians and is inexplicably fascinating even for the layperson.' - Publishers Weekly ' a view of the math community not often seen by the general public. of what it feels like to be Cédric Villani.' -Evelyn Lamb, Scientific American Blog Network ' Birth of a Theorem succeeds in giving us a glimpse. Villani's path to success was not always easy, and he writes vividly of his setbacks and obstacles, detailing the inner monologue of self-doubt that we all experience, regardless of our ability.' - Hannah Fry, The Guardian And in that respect it has everything: partnership, courage, doubt and anxiety, elation and despair. Ultimately, this is a story about the limits of what can be achieved. ' is widely regarded as one of the most talented mathematicians of his generation. 'A fine book from a brilliant man.' -Ron Liddle, Sunday Times

' Birth of a Theorem is a remarkable book and I urge everyone to buy it.' -Alexander Masters, The Spectator ' is less about math than about mathematicians-how they live, how they work, and how they talk to one another.' - Thomas Lin, The New Yorker Birth of a Theorem inspires and entertains!' -Patti Smith 'Combining poetry, music, and formidable sleuthing, the charismatic Cédric Villani skilfully unfolds the complex yet wondrous world of mathematics. 'Villani has written probably the most unlikely unputdownable thriller of the decade.' -Richard Morrison, The Times

'Riveting! A gem.' -Nassim Nicholas Taleb, author of The Black Swan

Winner of the French-American Foundation Translation Prize in Nonfiction

Cédric villani birth of a theorem a mathematical adventure