Marcus du Sautoy Talk - Manchester Literature Festival

In this fascinating talk, celebrated mathematician and leading scientist Marcus du Sautoy invites us to explore his new book Blueprints: How Mathematics Shapes Creativity and rethink the boundaries between art and mathematics.

From prehistoric stone circles to Zaha Hadid’s sweeping curves, to Shakespeare’s rhythms and Radiohead’s musical experimentation, Marcus discusses how symmetry, prime numbers, fractals and hyperbolic geometry have inspired artists, architects, writers and musicians across the ages. Hear how creativity and logic are not opposing forces, but deeply interconnected ways of understanding the world and why a creative mindset is vital for discovering new mathematics.

Tickets cost £13.75 (including booking fee) and can be purchased from the link below:
Marcus Du Sautoy | Manchester Literature Festival

We will meet for coffee beforehand, either at the Library (if their cafe is open) or a cafe nearby.