Karl Pearson

The Scientific Life in a Statistical Age

Autoren

• Theodore M. Porter

Parameter

• 354 Seiten
• 13 Lesestunden

• Biografien & Memoiren
• Geschichte
• Mathematik

Mehr zum Buch

The biography explores Karl Pearson's journey from philosophy and cultural history to becoming a pioneer in modern statistics. It highlights his moral convictions, socialist beliefs, and his quest for equitable gender relations. Through this narrative, the book reveals Pearson's profound intellectual pursuits and offers insights into the personal motivations that shaped his scientific contributions, providing a deeper understanding of the interplay between science and societal values.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2006
• Einband: Paperback