John F. Nash (Books)

John F. Nash Books

A scholar with a profound interest in philosophy and religion, this author transitioned from a diverse career in science, business, and academia after earning a Ph.D. from the University of London. Now retired, he dedicates his time to writing and teaching, exploring complex ideas and spiritual questions with scholarly depth. His work offers insightful perspectives on the intersection of thought and faith.

A beautiful mind

480 pages
17 hours of reading

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A Beautiful Mind is Sylvia Nasar's award-winning biography about the mystery of the human mind, the triumph over incredible adversity, and the healing power of love.At the age of thirty-one, John Nash, mathematical genius, suffered a devastating breakdown and was diagnosed with schizophrenia. Yet after decades of leading a ghost-like existence, he was to re-emerge to win a Nobel Prize and world acclaim. A Beautiful Mind has inspired the Oscar-winning film directed by Ron Howard and featuring Russell Crowe in the lead role of John Nash.