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A Brief History of Mathematical Thought
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Comprehensive Overview
This book offers a thorough exploration of mathematical concepts throughout history, making it ideal for learners and enthusiasts eager to understand the evolution of mathematical thought and its impact on modern society.
Accessible Language
Written in clear, engaging prose, the book ensures that complex ideas are understandable, allowing readers from various backgrounds to appreciate the beauty and significance of mathematics without feeling intimidated.
Cultural Context
By linking mathematical developments to historical and cultural events, this volume provides readers with a richer understanding of how mathematics influenced and was influenced by societal changes, enhancing the overall learning experience.
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- A compulsively readable history of mathematics, making it more accessible and less intimidating.
- Provides a lively guide to the world of numbers and equations, tracing patterns and arguments through logic in the language of concrete experience.
- Explores the contributions of Greek and Roman mathematicians, the Fibonacci sequence, the rise of algebra, the invention of calculus, and the revolutionary work of Alan Turing.
- Situates mathematics as part of lived experience, emphasizing the importance of understanding its historical origins.
- Sheds light on the language of math and its significance to human life, from the origin of numbers to calculus and infinity.
- Offers a refreshing perspective on mastering math, focusing on historical imagination and the view to its origins rather than rules and memorization.
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Publication date | February 1, 2017 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 336 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0190621761 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0190621766 |
| Item Weight | 1.2 pounds (540 grams) |
| Dimensions | 8.3 x 5.6 x 1.3 inches (21.1 x 14.2 x 3.3 cm) |
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Students of Mathematics
Ideal for high school and college students looking to understand the evolution of mathematical concepts and thinkers.
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History Enthusiasts
Those interested in historical developments will appreciate insights into how mathematics has shaped civilizations.
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Educators and Tutors
Helpful for teachers seeking resources to enrich their curriculum with historical context of mathematical ideas.
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Casual Readers
Not suitable for casual readers seeking light reading or entertainment, as it's more academic and dense.
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- First class honours in Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh
- MSc in Mathematics and the Logical Foundations of Computer Science at the University of Oxford
- BA in Architecture at the University of Westminster
- DPhil in Mathematical Biology at the University of Oxford
- Research interests in mathematical modelling of biological phenomena, network theory, and biophysics
- Published papers on the biophysics of growth and transport in fungal networks
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