I Have a Photographic Memory

by Paul R. Halmos

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Paul R. Halmos, eminent mathematician and brilliant expositor, is also a snapshot addict. Between 1943 and 1988, Halmos photographed mathematicians, their spouses, their brothers and sisters and other relatives, their offices, their dogs, and their carillon towers. From the 6000 or so photographs in his collection, Halmos has chosen about 600 for this book. The pictures are candid shots showing mathematicians just being themselves. The accompanying captions, in addition to identifying the show more subjects, contain anecdotes and bits of history that reveal Halmos's inimitable wit, charm, and insight. This delightful collection of mathematical memorabilia has become a favorite browsing book as well as a valuable historical record. It is now available in a paperback edition. show less

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Big_Bang_Gorilla 933 reviews

Being a book of photographs, usually informal, of mathematicians at work and play by noted practitioner and amateur photographer Halmos. The book is very charming and the captioning is a good brief introduction to where each of the subjects' interests lie.

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