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History of mathematics

Paperback. Editor(s): Bott, Raoul. Series: Springer Collected Works in Mathematics. Num Pages: 930 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBKS; PBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 47. Weight in Grams: 1401.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
1st ed. 1981, Reprint 2015 of the 1981 edition
Number of pages
930
Condition
New
SKU
V9781493934157
ISBN
9781493934157
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 89.83

Paperback. Series: Sources and Studies in the History of Mathematics and Physical Sciences. Num Pages: 307 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBF; PBX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 480.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
307
Condition
New
SKU
V9781493902019
ISBN
9781493902019
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 127.97

Paperback. Devoted to the scientific legacy of Professor Victor Ambartsumian, this book recounts and builds on his revolutionary ideas in astrophysics and corresponding results, and shows how these ideas are in use in astronomical centers worldwide. Editor(s): Harutyunian, Haik; Sedrakian, David; Kalloghlian, Arsen; Nikoghossian, Arthur. Num Pages: 216 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBX; PDX; PGC; PHVB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 338.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9781489996718
ISBN
9781489996718
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 127.78

Paperback. Journey through Mathematics offers an in-depth look at some of the most important aspects of about two thousand years of mathematical history. Topics include trigonometry and logarithms, complex numbers, infinite series, calculus, and some of the lesser known, but crucial contributors to modern day mathematics. Num Pages: 477 pages, 12 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PBX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 730.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
477
Condition
New
SKU
V9781489988423
ISBN
9781489988423
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 151.74

Hardcover. Presenting historical perspective and notes on important figures in mathematics, covering current activity in the mathematical community, and raising famous and lesser-known questions, this book shows that abstract mathematics is a vibrant, dynamic enterprise. Series: Undergraduate Texts in Mathematics. Num Pages: 406 pages, 45 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PBC; PBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 162 x 28. Weight in Grams: 764.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2013th Edition
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461466352
ISBN
9781461466352
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 69.04

Hardcover. This book on focuses on the work of Ferdinand Frobenius in linear algebra, its relationship with the work of Burnside, Cartan, and Molien, and its extension by Schur and Brauer. Also covers the Berlin school of mathematics and the guiding force of Weierstrass. Series: Sources and Studies in the History of Mathematics and Physical Sciences. Num Pages: 699 pages, 9 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PBF; PBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 240 x 52. Weight in Grams: 1194.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2013th Edition
Number of pages
686
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461463320
ISBN
9781461463320
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 187.73

Paperback. First published in 2003, this is an accessible and thorough treatment of implicit and inverse function theorems and their applications. The book documents and places in context a substantial body of concepts that have played an role in modern mathematics. Series: Modern Birkhauser Classics. Num Pages: 176 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBK; PBKJ; PBMP; PBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 262.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461459804
ISBN
9781461459804
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 115.39

Paperback. In recognition of professor the author's long and distinguished service to mathematics and to the University of California, the geometers at Berkely held an International Symposium in Global Analysis and Global Geometry in his honor at Berkely in June 1979. This book is based on this symposium. Series: Springer Collected Works in Mathematics. Num Pages: 519 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBMP; PBMW; PBPD; PBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 758.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
1989. Reprint 2013 of the 1989 edition
Number of pages
518
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461443964
ISBN
9781461443964
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 85.74

Hardcover. In this, the first English biography of the French mathematician and physicist, his unique achievements in these subjects are laid out alongside fascinating and revealing details such as brief overviews of his links with the other scientists he encountered. Num Pages: 260 pages, 5 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PBKJ; PBX; PHU; PHVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 160 x 21. Weight in Grams: 546.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer
Edition
2012th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461424062
ISBN
9781461424062
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 161.69

Paperback. Goro Shimura is one of the world's greatest mathematicians, and this book details his life and the strange world of the math community. It also describes life in Japan during WWII and includes Shimura's opinions on world events and human nature. Num Pages: 211 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBF; PBH; PBMW; PBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 316.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
Number of pages
211
Condition
New
SKU
V9781441927248
ISBN
9781441927248
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 116.67

Hardback. This book presents a detailed and rigorous account of the work of Tobias Mayer, a mathematician and astronomer of the middle 18th century. Mayer's most famous contribution is his set of lunar tables, which were the best available in their time. Series: Sources and Studies in the History of Mathematics and Physical Sciences. Num Pages: 246 pages, 54 black & white illustrations, 22 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PBX; PGC; PGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 160 x 21. Weight in Grams: 528.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
246
Condition
New
SKU
V9781441913135
ISBN
9781441913135
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 132.69

Hardback. The 16th-Century intellectual Robert Recorde is chiefly remembered for introducing the equals sign into algebra, yet the greater significance of his work is often overlooked. This book details the man, his achievements and his historical importance. Series: History of Computing. Num Pages: 292 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 3JB; PBX; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 570.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2011
Number of pages
292
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857298614
ISBN
9780857298614
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 128.77

Paperback. This book provides a deeper understanding of L.E.J. Brouwer and his revolutionary ideas on topology and foundations of mathematics (intuitionism). Includes letters and university and faculty correspondence that illustrates his role in the twentieth century. Series: Sources and Studies in the History of Mathematics and Physical Sciences. Num Pages: 540 pages, biography. BIC Classification: BJ; PBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 164 x 34. Weight in Grams: 952.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
540
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857295279
ISBN
9780857295279
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 131.22

Hardcover. This book offers an historical perspective on the basic mathematical concepts, results, and theories behind number theory, calculus/analysis, and proofs, offering ten historical essays on key topics, four historical courses and biographies of five important mathematicians. Num Pages: 368 pages, 36 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PBC; PBH; PBK; PBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 161 x 243 x 25. Weight in Grams: 688.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Birkhäuser
Edition
2012th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780817682675
ISBN
9780817682675
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 118.50

Hardback. Published in honor of his 70th birthday, this volume explores and celebrates the work of G.W. (Pete) Stewart, a world-renowned expert in computational linear algebra. It includes forty-four of Stewart's most influential research papers and a biography of him. Editor(s): Kilmer, Misha E.; O'Leary, Dianne P. (University of Maryland, College Park, MD, USA). Series: Contemporary Mathematicians. Num Pages: 729 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBF; PBKS; PBX; UGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 39. Weight in Grams: 3300.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
Number of pages
729
Condition
New
SKU
V9780817649678
ISBN
9780817649678
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 208.59

Hardback. The theory of the top, originally made public as a lecture by Felix Klein at the University of Gottingen in 1895, was improved by Klein's collaboration with Arnold Sommerfeld. This volume provides a thorough and insightful account and includes recent advances. Translator(s): Nagem, Raymond J.; Sandri, Guido. Num Pages: 262 pages, 53 black & white illustrations, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PBW; PBX; PDX; PHD; PHU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 165 x 235 x 21. Weight in Grams: 540.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
Number of pages
262
Condition
New
SKU
V9780817648268
ISBN
9780817648268
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 128.45

Hardback. A series of four self-contained English translations that provide insights into kinetic theory and kinematics. Translator(s): Nagem, Raymond J.; Sandri, Guido. Num Pages: 325 pages, 64 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PBW; PBX; PHD; PHU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 162 x 23. Weight in Grams: 610.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
Number of pages
325
Condition
New
SKU
V9780817648251
ISBN
9780817648251
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 151.14

Hardback. A product of Felix Klein's lectures from 1895, the Theory of the Top remains an informative and insightful text for students and mathematicians alike. Translator(s): Nagem, Raymond J.; Sandri, Guido. Num Pages: 426 pages, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PBW; PBX; PDX; PHD; PHU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1710.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
Edition
2010
Number of pages
426
Condition
New
SKU
V9780817648244
ISBN
9780817648244
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 191.40

Paperback. This volume offers insights into the development of mathematical logic over the last century. The chapters explore technical innovations, the philosophical consequences of work during the period, and the historical and social context in which the logicians worked. Editor(s): Drucker, Thomas. Series: Modern Birkhauser Classics. Num Pages: 195 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBCD; PBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 349.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
Edition
Reprint of the 1991 ed
Number of pages
195
Condition
New
SKU
V9780817647681
ISBN
9780817647681
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.97

Hardback. This book presents contributions of mathematicians covering topics from ancient India, placing them in the broader context of the history of mathematics. Through a systematic approach, it examines these ancient mathematical ideas that were spread throughout India, China, the Islamic world, and Western Europe. Editor(s): Yadav, B S; Mohan, Man (University of Delhi). Num Pages: 218 pages, 30 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PBX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 166 x 19. Weight in Grams: 506.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
Number of pages
218
Condition
New
SKU
V9780817646943
ISBN
9780817646943
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 165.50

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