Article November 17, 2003 ISSUE

Calculating a new way to think

By Susan Cobb

I honestly don't know which one I dreaded most: sitting at my desk in algebra class, or sitting on the sofa with algebra homework and Dad.

You see, Daddy, holder of numerous patents, and a recognized authority in his field, was innovative. Or contrary. Depends on how you look at it. Engineer that he is, he thrives on solving problems—and formulas mean nothing to the man.

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