Scattering by Obstacles

The book explores the interconnectedness of various mathematical disciplines and their applications across diverse fields, highlighting how seemingly unrelated branches can reveal significant relationships. It discusses the evolution of mathematics in response to growing specialization and the emergence of new subdisciplines like experimental mathematics and chaos theory. The text emphasizes the importance of understanding these connections to solve complex problems, showcasing the evolving landscape of mathematical knowledge as it intersects with economics, physics, engineering, and more.