num_pages: 498
description: This eminently readable book focuses on the people of mathematics and draws the reader into their fascinating world. In a monumental address, given to the International Congress of Mathematicians in Paris in 1900, David Hilbert, perhaps the most respected mathematician of his time, developed a blueprint for mathematical research in the new century. Jokingly called a natural introduction to thesis writing with examples, this collection of problems has indeed become a guiding inspiration to many mathematicians, and those who succeeded in solving or advancing their solutions form an Honors Class among research mathematicians of this century. In a remarkable labor of love and with the support of many of the major players in the field, Ben Yandell has written a fascinating account of the achievements of this Honors Class, covering mathematical substance and biographical aspects.
language: English
title: The Honors Class: Hilbert's Problems and Their Solvers
titlecomplete: The Honors Class: Hilbert's Problems and Their Solvers
genres: Biography, Science, Nonfiction, Mathematics, History
ratings_count: 70
awards: awardedAt: 1041408000000
name: Independent Publisher Book Award (IPPY)
category: Biography (Finalist)
publisher: A K Peters/CRC Press