Tom Lehrer, Harvard’s Satiric, Melodic Mathematician, Dies at 97
Tom Lehrer, a Harvard-educated mathematician, passed away at the age of 97. Lehrer was known for his side career as a satirical composer, creating tunes that captured the anxieties and absurdities of the 1950s and 1960s. His music satirized topics such as nuclear weapons, pollution, and the foibles of American society. Despite his brief stint as a performer, Lehrer's work gained a cult following and influenced generations of comedians and musicians. He was praised for his clever lyrics, dark humor, and ability to set social commentary to catchy melodies. Lehrer's legacy as a mathematician-turned-satirist has cemented his place as a unique and influential figure in American culture.
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