Amir Aczel

Mathematician and historian, author

Amir Aczel - Mathematician and historian, author
Born

1950
75 years ago

Died

November 26th, 2015
9 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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An Israeli-American mathematician and historian, significant contributions ranged across mathematics and its historical context. Aczel authored several popular books that made complex mathematical concepts accessible to lay audiences. His works explored the lives of prominent mathematicians and mathematical theories, often intertwining narratives with personal stories. His academic background included degrees from institutions in Israel and the United States. Additionally, Aczel taught at various universities, imparting knowledge in both mathematics and its history to students.

Authored 'Fermat's Last Theorem'

Wrote 'The Mystery of the Aleph'

Explored the history of calculus

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