Comment I disagree that the book is beautifully written. (Score 1) 292
I will agree that the depth of information is terrific. This is the first biography I've read that wasn't assigned in a class. A fascinating story. Definately see the movie. If not for the Nash story, but to understand a glimpse of what it might be like to have schizophrenea(sp?).
My disagreement in the book being written well stems from the constant re-referencing the author uses. I suppose if I was ten and needed to be reminded of what was stated previously and in what time frame, I could forgive the writing style. But, this is done constantly. I just hope it was the editor trying to be helpful. The style is so irritating, that I had to put it down. Fortunately for the author, I wanted to learn more about Nash and I kept picking it back up. Writing style aside, I really am impressed with the information she was able to put together about this amazing character.
Regarding the movie, Hollywood did a great job of putting together an enjoyable film. It should serve to peak viewers' interest learning more about such an interesting mathematician.
There was an interview with the author on Fresh Air via NPR a couple years ago and a couple other shows just recently. You should be able to find more easy information listenting to some of the streams at npr.org.
My disagreement in the book being written well stems from the constant re-referencing the author uses. I suppose if I was ten and needed to be reminded of what was stated previously and in what time frame, I could forgive the writing style. But, this is done constantly. I just hope it was the editor trying to be helpful. The style is so irritating, that I had to put it down. Fortunately for the author, I wanted to learn more about Nash and I kept picking it back up. Writing style aside, I really am impressed with the information she was able to put together about this amazing character.
Regarding the movie, Hollywood did a great job of putting together an enjoyable film. It should serve to peak viewers' interest learning more about such an interesting mathematician.
There was an interview with the author on Fresh Air via NPR a couple years ago and a couple other shows just recently. You should be able to find more easy information listenting to some of the streams at npr.org.
