Eric Temple Bell
Eric Temple Bell
Eric Temple Bell (1883–1960) was an American mathematician and science fiction writer born in Peterborough, New Hampshire. He made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and popular science, known for his engaging explanations of complex concepts. Bell was also recognized for his ability to communicate science to the general public, inspiring many with his insights into the history and development of mathematics.
Personal Name: Eric Temple Bell
Birth: 1883
Death: 1960
Eric Temple Bell Books
(5 Books)
A collection of biographies describing the lives and achievements of 29 mathematicians. Includes Zeno, Descartes, Fermat, Pascal, Newton, and Leibniz.
An integration and amplification of two earlier volumes by the same author: The queen of the sciences, 1931 and The handmaiden of the sciences, 1937, this book presents a history of pure and applied mathematics.
