BBC Story of Maths part 3 The Frontiers of Space
In
the 17th century, Europe replaced Middle East as the engine house of
mathematical ideas. Europe became the powerhouse of mathematics of objects in
motion. Marc de Sautoy started with introducing the concept of perspective
through the mathematician and artist, Piero della Francesa's, work.
The
movie then proceeds to other big names in mathematics like; Descartes, who
merged the ideas of geometry and algebra; Pierre de Fermat, who virtually
invented modern number theories, was Descartes rival; Isaac Newton who was
known more for his physics contribution and not for his mathematical ideas;
Gottfried Leibniz who discovered calculus shortly after Newton; the Bernoulli
family who were defined as Leibniz’ disciples; Leonardo Euler who de Sautoy
marked as the “Mozart of Maths”; Friedrich Gauss who invented the imaginary
numbers; and a lot more.
The
third installment of the story of maths was interesting to watch. I did not know
there were controversies or dramas during the process of math’s discoveries.
Newton and Leibniz did not want to share the credit in discovering calculus
hence some misunderstandings. And here comes the Bernoulli family who were
Leibniz’ number one supporters. They were on Leibniz’ side and spread his ideas (lol fanboys). Later on,
Lebiniz’ ideas triumphed because Newton’s approach was more complicated.
I
find it interesting that these great mathematicians all had difficult
childhoods and yet, they have the greatest contributions in the mathematical
world. Nothing stopped them in doing what they wanted and for that, I truly
admire them. Their passion is truly amazing. Not only did they contribute a lot to the modern world, but they
also serve as a great inspiration to everyone, especially to us, students.
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