George Pólya
Hungarian mathematician known for contributions to problem-solving, combinatorics, probability, and complex analysis; author of 'How to Solve It' and influential works on mathematical heuristics; professor at ETH Zurich and later at Stanford University.
Books
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1. How To Solve It
A New Aspect of Mathematical Method
A concise guide to mathematical problem-solving that presents a clear four-step approach—understand the problem, devise a plan, carry out the plan, and look back—and a toolbox of heuristics such as simplifying, drawing diagrams, trying special cases, working backwards, and using analogies; it focuses on cultivating habits of thought, intuition, and reflection through practical examples and questions so readers learn how to approach unfamiliar problems creatively and effectively.
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