Excerpt from A Source Book in Mathematics
Walker, Of Teachers College, Columbia University. TO Professor Sanford special thanks are due for her generous sacrifice Of time and effort in the reading of the proofs during the editor's prolonged absence abroad.
The advisory committee, consisting Of Professors Raymond Clare Archibald Of Brown University, Professor Florian Ca jori Of the University of California, and Professor Leonard Eugene Dickson of the University of Chicago, have all contributed Of their time and knowledge in the selection of topics and in the securing Of competent translators. Without their aid the labor of preparing this work would have been too great a burden to have been assumed by the editor.
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Excerpt from A Source Book in Mathematics
Walker, Of Teachers College, Columbia University. TO Professor Sanford special thanks are due for her generous sacrifice Of time and effort in the reading of the proofs during the editor's prolonged absence abroad.
The advisory committee, consisting Of Professors Raymond Clare Archibald Of Brown University, Professor Florian Ca jori Of the University of California, and Professor Leonard Eugene Dickson of the University of Chicago, have all contributed Of their time and knowledge in the selection of topics and in the securing Of competent translators. Without their aid the labor of preparing this work would have been too great a burden to have been assumed by the editor.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a collection of key excerpts from the works of prominent mathematicians spanning the 16th to the 19th centuries. It offers readers a glimpse into the minds of those who shaped the field of mathematics, covering a diverse range of topics including number theory, algebra, geometry, probability, and calculus. Emerging during a period of significant intellectual and cultural transformation, this book reflects the spirit of the Renaissance and the Enlightenment, showcasing the evolution of mathematical thought and its impact on various disciplines. The selected passages not only highlight groundbreaking discoveries but also delve into the philosophical underpinnings of mathematics, exploring concepts such as infinity, the nature of space, and the role of mathematics in understanding the physical world. Readers will encounter the works of influential figures like Descartes, Pascal, Newton, Leibniz, Gauss, and Riemann, gaining insights into their methods, challenges, and contributions. The book offers a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the historical development of mathematics and its enduring influence on science, technology, and human understanding. By tracing the evolution of mathematical ideas, this book reveals the profound impact of human curiosity and ingenuity in shaping our understanding of the world around us. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780282554903_0
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