A Mathematician's Apology

hdraffin recommended this 4 months, 1 week ago

When my husband looks shyly proud of his software architecture, I remember G.H. Hardy and this little book. There is an almost Japanese beauty and sadness about his far reaching if imperfect mind and a spirit that is easy to care about and understand.

kmabarrett recommended this 1 year ago

Pros: A wonderful read about what mathematicians think about when they are too old to think about numbers anymore.
Cons: Sad to think about being among the best in the world at something and then being too old to do what you love.

mschartner recommended this 1 year, 2 months ago

He's defednig the profession of a pure mathematician in a very energetic but sympathetic way. A great read.

Emiurgo recommended this 1 year, 2 months ago

Inspiring book if you feel like doing great things, especially in science or maths.
Very unapologetic though, Hardy shunned mediocrity and mental weakness, even though in a stylish and British way, so it's a pleasure to read anyways.