The First Woman of Calculus
MARIA GAETANA AGNESI “Her Catholic Faith, Mathematical Genius, and Life of Mercy.”By TALLI
Length1h 49m
About this audiobook
In eighteenth-century Milan, Maria Gaetana Agnesi became the first woman to write a comprehensive calculus textbook. A gifted Catholic scholar, she mastered languages, philosophy, and the mathematics of Newton and Leibniz. Her landmark work, Instituzioni analitiche, earned praise across Europe and led to a historic university appointment in Bologna.
Yet Maria’s greatest legacy was not found only in equations and proofs. After years of study and recognition, she chose a quieter path of prayer, theology, and charity. She gave up much of her inheritance and devoted her life to poor, sick, and marginalized women in Milan.
This inspiring biography reveals the woman behind the famous “witch of Agnesi” curve: a brilliant mathematician, devout Catholic, teacher, and servant of the poor. Her life shows that faith and reason are not enemies, but partners in the search for truth.
Perfect for readers of women’s history, Catholic biography, mathematics, and stories of courageous faith.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir, Education and Learning
Length1 hr 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 14, 2026
LanguageEnglish
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