This book contains a collection of tales about mathematicians and the mathematical, derived from the author's experience. It shares with the reader the nature of the mathematical enterprise, and gives a glimpse of mathematical culture. The book brings legendary names to life, and shares little known stories about names we have heard all our lives. The book is written in a brisk and engaging manner and it also includes a number of attractive photographs and illustrations.

Series edited by: William Watkins, Gerald L. Alexanderson, Dipa Choudhury, William J. Firey, Dan Kalman, Eleanor Lang, Russell L. Merris, Jeffrey L. Nunemacher, Ellen M. Parker