The French mathematician
The French Mathematician by Tom Petsinis, published by Penguin Books in 1997, is a first edition novel that spans 422 pages. This work presents the life of Evariste Galois, a brilliant yet tragic figure in the realm of mathematics, whose contributions were largely overlooked during his lifetime. Set against the backdrop of post-Revolutionary France, the narrative explores Galois’ fervent Republican ideals, his imprisonment at a young age, and the circumstances surrounding his untimely death in a duel.
Readers will find a quasi-autobiographical portrayal that delves into Galois’ experiences and the intellectual challenges he faced. The book intricately weaves themes related to mathematicians and the historical context of France, offering insights into the life of a man whose genius was not fully recognized until long after his passing. This edition invites those interested in the intersection of mathematics and history to engage with Galois’ story, reflecting on the complexities of his life and the legacy he left behind.
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“….I am a child again, running happily toward Mother, eager to tell her that I have learnt to count backwards to zero.” The French mathematician is Evariste Galois, brilliant and tragic, whose work was dismissed by his contemporaries. A ferventRepublican in post-Revolutionary France, Galois was imprisoned at the age of twenty and died a year later in a mysterious early-morning duel. A quasi-autobiographical novel recreating Galois’ world which will be enjoyed by anyone who savoured the intellectual drama of FERMAT’S LAST THEOREM.
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