9781334616679 - Lectures on the Philosophy of Arithmetic and the Adaptation of That Science to the Business Purposes of Life: With Numerous Problems, Curious and Useful, Solved by ... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the history of arithmetic, covering its inception, and the gradual progression of its principles. The author emphasizes the significance of the base-ten numerical system, highlighting that it developed through the use of fingers for counting. Delving into the theoretical underpinnings of numbers, the book explores their properties and the relationships between them. The author also discusses the practical applications of arithmetic, emphasizing its importance in fields such as trade, engineering, and astronomy. The book concludes by examining the influence of arithmetic on the development of mathematics and its impact on human civilization. Through engaging prose, the author conveys the beauty and significance of this fundamental science. 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.