Robert Kanigel

Robert Kanigel is an accomplished author known for his scientific biographies.

Born in Brooklyn, he now resides in Baltimore.

His book "The Man Who Knew Infinity" received critical acclaim and has been adapted into a feature film.

Kanigel has written nine books, covering diverse subjects from mathematics to urban planning.

He has been awarded prestigious fellowships and grants, including a Guggenheim fellowship and an NEH Public Scholar award.

His works often explore the lives of influential thinkers and innovators, such as Jane Jacobs and Milman Parry.

Kanigel's writing is characterized by thorough research and the ability to make complex subjects accessible to general readers.