Gösta Mittag-Leffler

The biography explores Gösta Mittag-Leffler's dual impact as a pioneering mathematician and influential entrepreneur. His extensive international connections facilitated significant achievements, including championing Marie Curie's Nobel Prizes. The founding of the journal Acta Mathematica marked a key milestone in his career. Arild Stubhaug's meticulous research, drawing from over 30,000 letters, unveils new insights into Mittag-Leffler's life and work. This engaging narrative appeals to mathematicians and those intrigued by the intersections of science and culture.