Mathematicians
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Ada Lovelace
Immerse yourself in the life of Ada Lovelace, the ‘Enchantress of Numbers’. Her intellect and skill in mathematics led to her developing a plan for calculating sequence, which is now recognized as the first computer program. Ahead of her time, her contributions to the world of science and mathematics were immeasurable and her story can be seen as a great motivator for those with skills and interests in these areas.
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Alan Turing
Alan Turing’s skills within mathematics and science have formed the basis for how we still assess probabilities and find solutions to this very day. He played an integral role in the history of science, as a creator of the modern computer, a mathematical genius and a wartime code-breaker. He received an official and well deserved public apology, from the British Prime Minister in 2009, for his appalling treatment by the British Government. Get inside his genial mind in this very personal life story from The Amazing People Club®.
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Carl Friedrich Gauss
From an early age, Carl Friedrich Gauss showed an aptitude, way beyond his years, for numbers. He went on to solve many mathematical problems and presented astronomical observations, that have changed our world. The results of his research are taught in schools and colleges today. In particular students and scientists use his work in assessing probabilities of events and occurrences, therefore it is used extensively on research projects and experiments. Get inside the mind of the greatest mathematician of his time, whose influence is still alive today.
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Galileo Galilei
A physicist, mathematician, astronomer and philosopher, Galileo Galilei played a major role in the Scientific Revolution of the early 18th century. Despite his slightly dubious personal life and his affair with Marina Gamba, his contributions were invaluable and may not have come about, had he not loved his work above all else. Explore how his questionable views attracted much hostility from the powers that be. Follow in his amazing footsteps in this great title from The Amazing People Club®.
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George Boole
In this engaging title, gain an insight into how George Boole was inspired to combine logic with mathematics to reduce risks. He developed calculations that although complex, enabled people to make better judgements. Although he was an amazing mathematician, his life was not always about number crunching as we know it. Be inspired by one of the people behind the formulas that have helped us find solutions to everyday probabilities.
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