You are a Mathematician
D.G. Wells(Author)
Wiley (Publisher)
Published on 18. February 1997
Book
Hardback
432 pages
978-0-471-18077-7 (ISBN)
Description
From basic arithmetic to algebraic equations, from the purely practical to the abstract, this is a guide to the potential of maths. Patterns emerge from the simplest grouping of numbers. The many secrets hidden inside triangles are revealed, as are the origins of a host of mathematical theories and principles, from Aristotle to Euclid and Galileo. On a journey from the Ancient Greeks to quantum theory, Wells shares anecdotes from history, such as how 18th-century European military commanders calculated how many cannonballs their enemies had stacked up next to their cannons. Offering a comprehensive look at the myriad aspects of mathematics - whether as a household helper or a tool of science - this book covers a wide range of topics and applications.
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Illustrations
Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 145 mm
Width: 225 mm
Weight
652 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-471-18077-7 (9780471180777)
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