Ahab's Arithmetic: The Mathematics of Moby-Dick
4 days ago
- #Mathematics in Literature
- #Moby-Dick
- #Herman Melville
- Explores mathematical allusions in Herman Melville’s novel Moby-Dick.
- Argues Melville’s mathematical knowledge was advanced based on the quantity and sophistication of these allusions.
- Discusses compelling mathematical imagery and references to mathematicians and mathematics books in the novel.
- Includes biographical details supporting Melville’s strong mathematical education.