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The two volumes assemble a diverse collection of biographical sketches of mathematicians from various eras, totaling fifty profiles. Complementing these biographies are approximately thirty-five explanatory articles that introduce fundamental mathematical ideas and principles, making the work accessible to young adult readers.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Leonard C. Bruno
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