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Critics Corner

Reviews of books, websites, poster sets, movies, and other resources for learning and teaching the history of mathematics.

Math and the Mona Lisa
The authors makes the case for Leonardo da Vinci as the first modern scientist, as he discussed Leonardo's mathematics and science.
Mathematicians: An Outer View of the Inner World
Portraits of 92 living mathematicians, with autobiographical comments.
The Greate Invention of Algebra
Jacqueline Stedall has uncovered the numerous algebraic ideas of Thomas Harriot from the early 17th century and has organized them into a readable treatise.
Review of Eratosthenes' Geography
An English translation of Eratosthenes' Geography, which includes "On the Measurement of the Earth."
Joy of Pi Website
This website is connected to the book, The Joy of Pi. It has numerous interesting facts about pi, with links to additional sites.
A Concise History of Mathematics
The classic work by Dirk Struik is still worth reading, especially for its attention to the social context of the development of mathematical ideas.
Celebrating Women in Mathematics and Science
This unique and beautiful book features the biographies of twenty-two notable female mathematicians and scientists, showing how their determination, creativity, and intellectual passion helped them excel in their fields.
The Life of Numbers
A creative expression combining text, design and illustrations, originally designed for the International Congress of Mathematicians in Madrid.
Consortium's Historical Notes
Collection of historical articles that appeared in Consortium, the newsletter of COMAP.
Hands on History, A Resource for Teaching Math
A collection of articles dealing with mathematical models and objects and how they can be used in teaching.

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