This collection comprises the papers of Edward O. Thorp, American mathematics professor, hedge fund manager, blackjack player, and founding faculty member at the University of California, Irvine. The papers consist of scholarly and personal papers, including published and unpublished manuscripts, research and reference files, correspondence, records of professional activities, teaching materials, audiovisual materials, biographical materials, and publicity.

Edward Oakley Thorp is an American mathematics professor, hedge fund manager, and blackjack player.

26.25 Linear Feet (23 records cartons, 3 flat boxes, 1 document box, 1 half-sized document box, 1 vinyl box, 1 audiovisual box)

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