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From Five Fingers to Infinity: A Journey Through the History of Mathematics

Frank J. Swetz

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Description:The only book of its kind, From Five Fingers to Infinity is an absorbing, entertaining, user-friendly account of one of the greatest adventures in human thought. It is a global survey of the history of mathematics, suitable for readers with no background in math as well as for the more informed reader or teacher. This work tells the astonishing story of the history of mathematics in 114 popular articles, presented in a chronological and thematic manner, with numerous illustrations. It can be read straight through, but is also ideal for dipping into. The articles are culled from the best and most approachable pieces ever written in this field; some are by such leading writers as Carl Boyer, Howard Eves, Morris Kline, and Dirk Struik. Others are real gems by lesser-known writers, which Frank Swetz has found in his exhaustive search of the literature. Among the distinctive features of this volume: discussions of the mathematical accomplishments of traditional peoples, Native Americans, and others, not usually treated in histories of mathematics; actual translations from early and epoch-making mathematical texts; a comprehensive review of Babylonian mathematical achievements; sensitivity to the social and cultural context of mathematical endeavors; over 300 relevant, provocative, and helpful illustrations, and 18 historical exhibits; illuminating introductions and pointers and extensive bibliographical information; and each article short and self-contained.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with From Five Fingers to Infinity: A Journey Through the History of Mathematics. To get started finding From Five Fingers to Infinity: A Journey Through the History of Mathematics, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Description: The only book of its kind, From Five Fingers to Infinity is an absorbing, entertaining, user-friendly account of one of the greatest adventures in human thought. It is a global survey of the history of mathematics, suitable for readers with no background in math as well as for the more informed reader or teacher. This work tells the astonishing story of the history of mathematics in 114 popular articles, presented in a chronological and thematic manner, with numerous illustrations. It can be read straight through, but is also ideal for dipping into. The articles are culled from the best and most approachable pieces ever written in this field; some are by such leading writers as Carl Boyer, Howard Eves, Morris Kline, and Dirk Struik. Others are real gems by lesser-known writers, which Frank Swetz has found in his exhaustive search of the literature. Among the distinctive features of this volume: discussions of the mathematical accomplishments of traditional peoples, Native Americans, and others, not usually treated in histories of mathematics; actual translations from early and epoch-making mathematical texts; a comprehensive review of Babylonian mathematical achievements; sensitivity to the social and cultural context of mathematical endeavors; over 300 relevant, provocative, and helpful illustrations, and 18 historical exhibits; illuminating introductions and pointers and extensive bibliographical information; and each article short and self-contained.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with From Five Fingers to Infinity: A Journey Through the History of Mathematics. To get started finding From Five Fingers to Infinity: A Journey Through the History of Mathematics, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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