A Beautiful Mind
The Life of Mathematical Genius and Novel Laureate John Nash
by:
Sylvia Nasar
in:
Biographies
Summary:
The book chronicles the life of John Nash, a brilliant mathematician who made groundbreaking contributions to game theory and differential geometry but struggled with paranoid schizophrenia. It delves into his intellectual triumphs, his battle with mental illness, and his eventual Nobel Prize win, painting a portrait of a complex and resilient individual.
Key points:
1. Genius vs Madness: The book delves into the fine line between brilliance and insanity through John Nash's life, a gifted mathematician with paranoid schizophrenia.
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