| The Unravelers: Mathematical Snapshots Contributor(s): Dars, Jean-Francois (Editor), Lesne, Annick (Editor), Papillault, Anne (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1568814410 ISBN-13: 9781568814414 Publisher: A K PETERS OUR PRICE: $133.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: July 2008 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Mathematics | Recreations & Games |
| Dewey: 510 |
| LCCN: 2008011415 |
| Physical Information: 0.67" H x 7.52" W x 8.98" (1.07 lbs) 208 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Through revealing photographs and accompanying text, this book offers an enchanting and beautiful glimpse into the inner life of the Institut des Hautes tudes Scientifiques (IHES). The IHES in France is an institute of advanced research in mathematics and theoretical physics with an interest in epistemology and the history of science. It provides exceptionally gifted scientists with a place where they can devote themselves entirely to their research, free of teaching and administrative constraints, and offers them the opportunity to invite visitors with whom they wish to work. |
