The History of Mathematics
In this Very Short Introduction, Jacqueline Stedall explores the rich historical and cultural diversity of mathematical endeavour from the distant past to the present day, using illustrative case studies drawn from a range of times and places; including early imperial China, the ... read full description below.
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| Interest Age |
Young Adults |
| Reading Age |
Young Adults |
| Library of Congress |
Mathematics - History |
| NBS Text |
Science & Mathematics: Textbooks & Study Guides |
| ONIX Text |
General/trade |
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| Number of Pages |
144 |
| Dimensions |
Width: 115mm
Height: 173mm
Spine: 8mm |
| Weight |
114g |
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| Dewey Code |
510.9 |
| Catalogue Code |
245745 |
Description of this Book
Mathematics is a fundamental human activity that can be practised and understood in a multitude of ways; indeed, mathematical ideas themselves are far from being fixed, but are adapted and changed by their passage across periods and cultures. In this Very Short Introduction, Jacqueline Stedall explores the rich historical and cultural diversity of mathematical endeavour from the distant past to the present day. Arranged thematically, to exemplify the varied contexts in which people have learned, used, and handed on mathematics, she also includes illustrative case studies drawn from a range of times and places, including early imperial China, the medieval Islamic world, and nineteenth-century Britain.
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