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From Newton to Hawking: A History of Cambridge University's Lucasian Professors of Mathematics
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by Stephen W. Hawking, Kevin C. Knox, and Richard Noakes
Sales Rank: 1399785
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List Price: $68.00
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Cover Type: Hard Cover with 512 pages
Published by: Cambridge University Press December 8, 2003
Written in: English
ISBN 10 Number: 0521663105
ISBN 13 Number: 978-0521663106
Book Dimensions:
9.3 x 6.6 x 1.4 inches
Weighs: 1.9 pounds
Product Review
"The editors of this great book have culled contributions from 13 historians of science and put together a fascinating tale of the deeds, inventions, and ideas of the brilliant individuals who occupied the Lucasian Chair. Highly recommended." Choice
" solid and engaging It is a story to comfort any number of vice-chancellors, provosts, deans and department heads." Nature
"once I started reading this book I couldn't put it downa book worth owning, and you'll find things in it that you're glad to know." -Mathematical Association of America Reviews, Gerlad B. Folland, University of Washington
Product Description
This social history of mathematics and physics tells the story of Cambridge University's mathematical physicists. The University's Lucasian Professorship of Mathematics is one of the world's most celebrated academic positions. Since its foundation in 1663, the chair has been held by seventeen men who represent some of the most influential minds in science and technology. This informative work offers new perspectives on such world-famous scientists as Isaac Newton, Charles Babbage, Paul Dirac, and Stephen Hawking.
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