Women of Mathematics - by Paul Campbell & Louise Grinstein (Hardcover)

About the Book

A unique resource. Each of the 43 articles contains a biography, a summary of achievements, and a bibliography of works by and about the woman mathematician. . . . The articles are well written and the bibliographies appear to include all the major works by or about the biographies. Numerous appendixes and indexes enhance the value of this bibliography. This very thorough reference is highly recommended for all libraries. Choice

...a valuable collection, with most of the biographies proving entertaining as well as educational.

Library Journal

Book Synopsis

A unique resource. Each of the 43 articles contains a biography, a summary of achievements, and a bibliography of works by and about the woman mathematician. . . . The articles are well written and the bibliographies appear to include all the major works by or about the biographies. Numerous appendixes and indexes enhance the value of this bibliography. This very thorough reference is highly recommended for all libraries. Choice

...a valuable collection, with most of the biographies proving entertaining as well as educational.
Library Journal

Review Quotes

"This collection includes biographic sketches and bibliographies of 43 women mathematicians ranging from Hypatia (370-415) to Grace Murray Hopper (1906-). Criteria for inclusion is most often attainment of an advanced math degree. The biographies vary greatly in content: several of the women discussed focused on teaching and published little beyond their thesis or dissertation.... [This] is a valuable collection, with most of the biographies proving entertaining as well as educational. A major contribution to the history of mathematics and of women."-Library Journal

?The volume is a rich sourcebook for researchers and provides an excellent basis for courses in women's studies. Grinstein and Campbell have made a timely, valuable contribution to the field. Women now can be encouraged by the accomplishments of these successful role models.?-The Scientist

?This collection includes biographic sketches and bibliographies of 43 women mathematicians ranging from Hypatia (370-415) to Grace Murray Hopper (1906-). Criteria for inclusion is most often attainment of an advanced math degree. The biographies vary greatly in content: several of the women discussed focused on teaching and published little beyond their thesis or dissertation.... [This] is a valuable collection, with most of the biographies proving entertaining as well as educational. A major contribution to the history of mathematics and of women.?-Library Journal

"The volume is a rich sourcebook for researchers and provides an excellent basis for courses in women's studies. Grinstein and Campbell have made a timely, valuable contribution to the field. Women now can be encouraged by the accomplishments of these successful role models."-The Scientist

About the Author

LOUISE S. GRINSTEIN is Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at Kingsborough Community College of the City University of New York.

PAUL J. CAMPBELL is Associate Professor of Mathematics at Beloit College.