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Roger L. Cooke - The History of Mathematics: A Brief Course - 9781118217566 - V9781118217566
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The History of Mathematics: A Brief Course

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Description for The History of Mathematics: A Brief Course Hardcover. Praise for the Second Edition "An amazing assemblage of worldwide contributions in mathematics and, in addition to use as a course book, a valuable resource.. essential. Num Pages: 648 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 261 x 179 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1278.

Praise for the Second Edition

"An amazing assemblage of worldwide contributions in mathematics and, in addition to use as a course book, a valuable resource . . . essential."
—CHOICE

This Third Edition of The History of Mathematics examines the elementary arithmetic, geometry, and algebra of numerous cultures, tracing their usage from Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, India, China, and Japan all the way to Europe during the Medieval and Renaissance periods where calculus was developed.

Aimed primarily at undergraduate students studying the history of mathematics for science, engineering, and secondary education, the book focuses on three main ideas: the facts ... Read more

  • Material arranged in a chronological and cultural context
  • Specific parts of the history of mathematics presented as individual lessons
  • New and revised exercises ranging between technical, factual, and integrative
  • Individual PowerPoint presentations for each chapter and a bank of homework and test questions (in addition to the exercises in the book)
  • An emphasis on geography, culture, and mathematics

In addition to being an ideal coursebook for undergraduate students, the book also serves as a fascinating reference for mathematically inclined individuals who are interested in learning about the history of mathematics.

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Product Details

Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Number of pages
648
Condition
New
Number of Pages
648
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9781118217566
SKU
V9781118217566
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-50

About Roger L. Cooke
ROGER L. COOKE, PhD, is Williams Professor of Mathematics at the University of Vermont. His research interests include the history of mathematics and Fourier analysis, and he has taught a general introduction to the history and development of mathematics for many years.

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