The Story of Maths

The Story of Maths (2008)

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Marcus du Sautoy, Professor of Mathematics at the University of Oxford, escorts you through the most important of all intellectual disciplines. Mathematics is the Empress of the Sciences. Without her, there would be no physics, nor chemistry, nor cosmology. Any field of study depending on statistics, geometry, or any kind of calculation would simply cease to be. And then, there are the practical applications: without maths there's no architecture. No commerce. No accurate maps, or time-keeping: therefore no navigation, nor aviation, nor astronomy. She is all-powerful: and she rules ruthlessly. Imperious and unyielding, mathematics brooks no dissent and tolerates no error. In an age of uncertainty, mathematics is the only discipline that generates knowledge that's immutably, incontestably, and eternally true. In this landmark series of films for BBC Four.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 21:00 (60 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Story of Maths' premiere?

'The Story of Maths' premiered on October 6, 2008.

Who is the presenter of the TV show 'The Story of Maths'?

Marcus du Sautoy is the presenter of the TV show 'The Story of Maths'.

In how many countries was 'The Story of Maths' broadcasted?

'The Story of Maths' was broadcasted in over 50 countries worldwide.

What is the main focus of 'The Story of Maths'?

The main focus of 'The Story of Maths' is the history of mathematics and its impact on society.

How many episodes were included in the TV series 'The Story of Maths'?

There were four episodes included in the TV series 'The Story of Maths'.

What was the longest episode of 'The Story of Maths'?

The longest episode of 'The Story of Maths' was the final episode, which ran for 60 minutes.

In which language was 'The Story of Maths' originally recorded?

'The Story of Maths' was originally recorded in English.

What was the budget of the TV show 'The Story of Maths'?

There is no information available about the budget of 'The Story of Maths'.

Who produced 'The Story of Maths'?

'The Story of Maths' was produced by the Open University.

What is the significance of the title 'The Story of Maths'?

The title 'The Story of Maths' alludes to the idea that mathematics is a narrative with its own history, characters, and plot.

Did 'The Story of Maths' inspire any books or documentaries?

Yes, 'The Story of Maths' inspired a book with the same title, written by Marcus du Sautoy, as well as a documentary titled 'The Code'.

Did 'The Story of Maths' win any awards?

There is no information available about any awards won by 'The Story of Maths'.

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