The Number Concept: Its Origin and Development (eBook)

Levi L. Conant (Autor)

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2022
149 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654732324-2 (EAN)

Infos

In 'The Number Concept: Its Origin and Development' by Levi L. Conant, readers are taken on a comprehensive journey through the history and evolution of numerical systems. Conant thoroughly examines the development of the concept of numbers, from its early origins to the sophisticated systems used in modern mathematics. The book elegantly combines historical analysis with mathematical theory, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Conant's clear and engaging writing style makes complex ideas accessible, while his meticulous research adds depth and credibility to the narrative. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the origins of mathematical thought and the evolution of numerical concepts. It provides a fascinating insight into the development of one of the fundamental aspects of human cognition. Levi L. Conant's expertise in mathematics and his passion for the subject shine through in this insightful and thought-provoking exploration of the number concept.

Autor

Levi Leonard Conant (1857–1916) was an American mathematician known for his work in the field of number theory and its history. A scholar with an enduring interest in the evolution of mathematical concepts, Conant made significant contributions to understanding the development of number systems through his seminal work 'The Number Concept: Its Origin and Development', first published in 1896. This book elucidates the historical and cultural contexts in which numerical systems emerged and evolved across various civilizations, providing valuable insights to mathematicians and historians alike. Conant's grasp of mathematical history was backed by rigorous scholarship, as he explored the progress from primitive counting practices to the sophisticated abstractions used in his time. His literary style combined academic thoroughness with an accessible narrative, aiming to reach both his peers in the academic community and a broader audience interested in the genesis of mathematical ideas. Beyond 'The Number Concept,' Conant also contributed to academic journals, sharing his research and expanding the discourse on mathematical history. His academic career was largely spent at the Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he served as a professor of mathematics and displayed an unwavering commitment to education and research in his discipline.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Mathematik / Informatik ► Mathematik
• Schlagworte: academic classics • antique scientific literature • Classic • classic scholarly texts • Cultural origins • Educational value • evolution of mathematical thought • historical development of concepts • Historical Mathematics • Intellectual history • Intellectual Journey • Levi L. Conant works • mathematical evolution • Mathematical History • Mathematical scholarship • Mathematics • Mathematics and civilization • Mathematics in literature • Number concept • Number Systems • number theory exploration • philosophy of mathematics • scholarly analysis