Algebra
Sets, Symbols, and the Language of Thought
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2004
Facts on File Inc (Verlag)
978-0-8160-4954-7 (ISBN)
Facts on File Inc (Verlag)
978-0-8160-4954-7 (ISBN)
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Looking closely at algebra, its historical development, and its many useful applications, "Algebra" examines in detail the question of why this type of math is so important that it arose in different cultures at different times.
Looking closely at algebra, its historical development, and its many useful applications, Algebra examines in detail the question of why this type of math is so important that it arose in different cultures at different times. The book also discusses the relationship between algebra and geometry, shows the progress of thought throughout the centuries, and offers biographical data on the key figures. Concise and comprehensive text accompanied by many illustrations presents the ideas and historical development of algebra, showcasing the relevance and evolution of this branch of mathematics.
Looking closely at algebra, its historical development, and its many useful applications, Algebra examines in detail the question of why this type of math is so important that it arose in different cultures at different times. The book also discusses the relationship between algebra and geometry, shows the progress of thought throughout the centuries, and offers biographical data on the key figures. Concise and comprehensive text accompanied by many illustrations presents the ideas and historical development of algebra, showcasing the relevance and evolution of this branch of mathematics.
John Tabak, Ph.D., performed graduate work at Suny at Stony Brook and received a degree in mathematics from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He is the author of A Look at Earth and A Look at Neptune, two astronomy titles for middle school readers. He is presently writing a history of American sign language.
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 22.6.2004 |
|---|---|
| Reihe/Serie | History of Mathematics |
| Zusatzinfo | 24 b&w photographs, 24 line drawings |
| Verlagsort | New York |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 152 x 229 mm |
| Themenwelt | Mathematik / Informatik ► Mathematik ► Algebra |
| Mathematik / Informatik ► Mathematik ► Geschichte der Mathematik | |
| ISBN-10 | 0-8160-4954-8 / 0816049548 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0-8160-4954-7 / 9780816049547 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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