This book depicts the fascinating life story of Wu Wenjun, a renowned mathematician who made significant contribution in the field of topology, ancient Chinese mathematics, and mathematics mechanization. He was a recipient of the Highest Science and Technology Award, the highest scientific award in China, as well as the Shaw Prize in Mathematics.
Through vivid illustrations and eloquent writing, this book recounts rarely known anecdotes and significant events from Wu Wenjun's life through his childhood, education, and scientific career, offering insights into his life values.
Contents:
- Childhood in Minhouli Lilong, Shanghai
- A Goose Egg in a Math Test
- College Life on an Isolated Island
- Turmoil, Encounter, and Starting Off
- Glorious Days in France
- Return, Honor, and Hover
- Horse Racing and 'Dragon Wu'
- Studies on Ancient Chinese Mathematics
- New Proof of Geometry Theorems
- Later Years: Glory and Peace
Readership: General public interested in: (1) life and scientific legacy of Wu Wenjun; (2) history of mathematics in China.
Key Features:
- Engaging depiction of the amazing life of Wu Wenjun, one of the most important Chinese mathematicians
- Offers insights into the life value of Wu Wenjun
- Contains fascinating and rarely known anecdotes from Wu Wenjun's life
- Contains vivid illustrations
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