This article tells the fascinating story of Pythagoras and his famous theorem, which is not only a math story but also a history of two great civilizations. Every year, people continue to tackle the theorem to come up with new proofs. In 1993, a 350-year-old generalized version of the theorem was finally solved and even made the front page of the New York Times. While much is not known about Pythagoras himself, his school made significant contributions to mathematics, including the discovery of the irrational numbers. The article also explores the Babylonians’ knowledge of the Pythagorean Theorem and the use of the theorem by other civilizations such as the Egyptians. Elisha Scott Loomis, an eccentric mathematics teacher, collected hundreds of proofs of the theorem, and even a young Einstein came up with his own proof. Overall, the article highlights the historical significance and enduring legacy of Pythagoras and his theorem.
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1057/jt.2009.16