Alexander Grothendieck Revolutionized 20th-Century Mathematics | Hacker News

Hacker News commenters discussed books inspired by Alexander Grothendieck and compared them with nonfiction sources.

The thread focused on finding a strong biography of the influential mathematician.

Several users noted his reflective writings, especially “Récoltes et semailles,” as an important source on his life and thinking.

The discussion highlighted interest in reliable accounts of Grothendieck’s later life and legacy.