Mathematics
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Gödel, Escher, Bach
Douglas R. Hofstadter
A deep exploration of the connections between mathematics, art, and music, with reflections on consciousness and self-reference.
The Man Who Knew Infinity
Robert Kanigel
The biography of mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, exploring his genius and unique contributions to mathematics.
How Not to Be Wrong
Jordan Ellenberg
Explores the role of mathematics in everyday life, showing how mathematical thinking can prevent common mistakes.
Elements of Information Theory
Thomas M. Cover
A foundational text in information theory, covering concepts like entropy, data compression, and error correction.
The Principia
Isaac Newton
A foundational work in physics and mathematics, introducing the laws of motion and universal gravitation.
The Nature of Mathematical Modeling
Neil Gershenfeld
Explores mathematical modeling techniques across fields, focusing on applications in physics, biology, and engineering.
The Princeton Companion to Mathematics
Timothy Gowers
A comprehensive reference on mathematics, covering concepts, history, and notable figures.
A New Kind of Science
Stephen Wolfram
Explores the concept of computational systems, proposing new ways to understand science and complex systems.
Infinite Powers
Steven Strogatz
A history of calculus and its impact on understanding the natural world, making the subject accessible to a general audience.
Elements of the Theory of Computation
Harry Lewis
A textbook on computational theory, focusing on algorithms, complexity, and formal languages.
The Geometric Universe
S. A. Huggett
Explores the role of geometry in understanding the physical universe, covering key mathematical concepts and their applications.
Visual Complex Analysis
Tristan Needham
A mathematical guide to complex analysis, emphasizing visual intuition and geometric interpretation.
Frank Ramsey
Cheryl Misak
Chronicles the life of Frank Ramsey, a philosopher and mathematician whose work influenced economics and logic.
I Think, Therefore I Laugh
John Allen Paulos
A humorous exploration of mathematical concepts, using jokes and anecdotes to illustrate mathematical thinking.
Shelter Island II
Roman Jackiw
A book discussing developments in quantum field theory, aimed at physicists and science enthusiasts.
Structure and Interpretation of Classical Mechanics
Gerald Jay Sussman
Covers advanced concepts in classical mechanics using a computational approach.
Calculus Made Easy
Silvanus P. Thompson
A simplified introduction to calculus, aimed at making complex concepts accessible to beginners.
Birth of a Theorem
Cédric Villani
A memoir by mathematician Villani about his journey to prove a groundbreaking theorem, blending math with personal insight.
Fermat's Enigma
Simon Singh
The story of the quest to solve Fermat’s Last Theorem, blending mathematics with human perseverance.
The Elements of Statistical Learning
Trevor Hastie
A comprehensive guide to statistical learning methods, used in data science and predictive modeling.
Differential Forms in Algebraic Topology
Raoul Bott
A technical exploration of differential forms and their applications in algebraic topology.
Topics in Advanced Scientific Computation
Richard E. Crandall
Discusses advanced topics in computational science, including algorithms and numerical methods.
Topology and Analysis
B. Booss
Covers topics in topology and analysis, blending theory with practical applications in mathematics.
Incompleteness
Rebecca Goldstein
A biography of Kurt Gödel, examining his groundbreaking work on incompleteness in mathematical logic.
Naked Statistics
Charles Wheelan
A guide to understanding statistics, explaining concepts in an engaging, accessible way.
Analysis, Manifolds and Physics, Part 1
Yvonne Choquet-Bruhat
A mathematical text covering differential geometry and its applications in physics.
Number
Tobias Dantzig
A historical exploration of the concept of numbers and mathematics, from ancient times to modern theories.
Love and Math
Edward Frenkel
A memoir by a mathematician, blending his personal journey with explanations of mathematical concepts.
A Programming Language
Kenneth E. Iverson
A foundational work introducing APL, a powerful and expressive programming language.
The Compleat Strategyst
J. D. Williams
A guide to game theory and strategic decision-making, written for a general audience.
One Two Three . . . Infinity
George Gamow
An accessible introduction to scientific concepts, including mathematics, physics, and cosmology.
Flatland
Edwin A. Abbott
A classic novella exploring dimensions and societal structures through the story of a two-dimensional world.
Mathematics
A. D. Aleksandrov
An introductory book on fundamental mathematics concepts, covering geometry, algebra, and number theory.
Supermanifolds
Bryce DeWitt
Advanced mathematical text exploring supermanifolds and their applications in theoretical physics.
Statistical Models
David Freedman
A comprehensive guide on statistical models, covering foundational and advanced topics in statistics.
The Rise of Statistical Thinking, 1820-1900
Theodore M. Porter
Chronicles the history and development of statistical thinking in the 19th century.
The Princeton Companion to Applied Mathematics
Nicholas J. Higham
A comprehensive guide covering key concepts and applications in applied mathematics.
Leonhard Euler
Ronald S. Calinger
A biography of mathematician Leonhard Euler, covering his contributions to various fields of science.
Lie Algebras In Particle Physics
Howard Georgi
A technical text on the application of Lie algebras in theoretical particle physics.
Calculus On Manifolds
Michael Spivak
A foundational text on advanced calculus and analysis on manifolds.
Probability Theory
S. R. S. Varadhan
An advanced text on probability theory and mathematical principles.
Differential Topology
Victor Guillemin
A text on differential topology, exploring the properties of smooth manifolds.
Introduction to Linear Algebra
Gilbert Strang
A foundational textbook on linear algebra concepts and applications.
No bullshit guide to math and physics
Ivan Savov
A practical and clear introduction to essential math and physics concepts.
A Course in Mathematical Analysis
Douard Goursat
A comprehensive text on advanced mathematical analysis.
Introduction to Mathematical Philosophy
Bertrand Russell
Explores the philosophy underlying mathematics, aimed at understanding the relationship between logic and math.
The Science of Conjecture
James Franklin
Analyzes the development of probability theory and its influence on law, science, and philosophy.
Models.Behaving.Badly.
Emanuel Derman
Explores the limitations of financial models and the dangers of over-reliance on mathematical models in finance.
General Relativity for Mathematicians
R.K. Sachs
A detailed mathematical approach to understanding Einstein’s theory of relativity.
The Mathematics of Politics
E. Arthur Robinson
Introduces mathematical approaches to political science, including voting and power theories.
The Misbehavior of Markets
Benoit Mandelbrot
Explores financial markets through the lens of fractal geometry.
A Mathematician's Lament
Paul Lockhart
Critique of traditional mathematics education, advocating for creativity in math.
Modelling Extremal Events
Paul Embrechts
Focuses on modeling extreme events in finance and insurance.
Math, Better Explained
Kalid Azad
Intuitive explanations of mathematical concepts for deeper understanding.
Mathematician's Delight
W. Sawyer
Introductory book on the joys and applications of mathematics.
Basic Algebra I
Nathan Jacobson
Comprehensive textbook on algebra, providing foundational knowledge for mathematics students.
Visual Complex Functions
Elias Wegert
Mathematical guide on visualizing complex functions, useful for students and researchers.
A Mathematician's Apology
G. H. Hardy
Reflection on the beauty and purpose of pure mathematics from a famed mathematician.
The Annotated Flatland
Ian Stewart
Annotated edition of "Flatland," explaining its mathematical and social themes.
Probability, Random Variables and Stochastic Processes
Athanasios Papoulis
Advanced textbook on probability theory and stochastic processes.
One Thousand Exercises in Probability
Geoffrey Grimmett
Advanced exercises and problems in probability theory.