Biography of a Mathematician
Resources: The Saga of Mathematics and the Internet
Research the mathematician from the Middles Ages to the 19th century you chose in Week One.
Include the following information about the mathematician you chose for whichever assignment option you select:
- Place of birth
- Brief overview of family life and upbringing
- Education
- Countries in which he or she lived and worked
- Specific examples of his or her contributions, not limited to mathematics
- Most important work and results: What do you most remember the person for?
- Place and cause of death, if known
Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word informative biography for your selected mathematician. The biography should not be a summary of the class discussions.
Cite at least two secondary sources other than the course textbook.
Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.