Struik, Dirk J.
A Concise History of Mathematics
- ISBN 13:
- 9780486602554
- author:
- Struik, Dirk J.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Dover Publications Inc., New York USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1987
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 21.54 x 13.69 x 1.27 centimetres
- Genre:
- History of science
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
A Concise History of Mathematics by Dirk Jan Struik provides an engaging and informative overview of the development of mathematics from ancient civilizations to the middle of the 20th century. The book explores key ideas and techniques in mathematics, tracing their evolution across cultures and centuries, including ancient Egypt, Babylon, China, Arabia, Greece, Rome, medieval Europe, and Renaissance trends. Struik also delves into significant contributions from prominent mathematicians such as Euclid, Archimedes, and Newton. This fourth revised edition offers a concise yet comprehensive coverage of major mathematical concepts, including set theory, tensor calculus, the Lebesgue integral, and the beginnings of the computer era, highlighting the seminal work of pioneers like von Neumann, Turing, and Wiener.
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