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A CURIOUS HISTORY OF MATHEMATICS: by JOEL LEVY (J)
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Topic
- History, Mathematics
- Subject
- Science & Technology
- ISBN
- 9780233003856
- EAN
- 9780233003856
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Carlton Books, The Limited
ISBN-10
0233003851
ISBN-13
9780233003856
eBay Product ID (ePID)
170129115
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
192 Pages
Publication Name
Curious History of Mathematics : the Big Ideas from Early Number concepts to Chaos Theory
Language
English
Subject
History & Philosophy, Study & Teaching, General
Publication Year
2014
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Mathematics, History
Series
Y Ser.
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
24.1 Oz
Item Length
8.9 in
Item Width
7.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2014-456130
Dewey Edition
23
TitleLeading
A
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
510.9
Synopsis
Because learning the language of mathematics can be daunting, many people abandon the attempt as soon as they leave school, missing out on the beauty and mystery of the Empress of the Sciences. Now, Joel Levy opens new doors into this amazing world. By taking a historical perspective, he explains how mathematical science advanced through the ages, introducing the most important concepts--from simple arithmetic, through algebra, trigonometry, geometry, and calculus, up to chaos and infinity theory--in understandable, nontechnical language., Because learning the language of mathematics can be daunting, many people abandon the attempt as soon as they leave school, missing out on the beauty and mystery of the Empress of the Sciences. Now, Joel Levy opens new doors into this amazing world. By ta, Because learning the language of mathematics can be daunting, many people simply abandon the attempt. By taking a historical perspective, Joel Levy opens new doors into this amazing world. In understandable, nontechnical language, he explains how mathematical science advanced through the ages and introduces crucial concepts, from simple arithmetic through algebra, trigonometry, geometry, and calculus, up to chaos and infinity theory.
LC Classification Number
QA21
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- a***5 (3)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseGreat experience purchasing from them. The item arrived so well packed and secured that it took me around 5+ minutes just to open fully. Condition was as advertised (photos were accurate), price was exceptional, and the item was delivered ahead of schedule. I hope to be able to buy from them again!TESTAMENT: THE LIFE AND ART OF FRANK FRAZETTA (2008 Softcover){G4} (#256532914665)
- d***d (95)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseItems came exactly as described. All of the Blu rays and steelbook look fantastic. I am very happy with the quality of the product. The value I got, for the condition of the items is fantastic. I was able to make use of a “buy 8, get 50%” deal, which made the value quite incredible actually. Items were packaged professionally and shipped with care. All items were individually bubble wrapped and shipped in a box. Shipping was fast via USPS with tracking. I would do business with the seller againSCREAM 25TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION 4K ULTRA HD HORROR STEELBOOK 1996 / 2021 [A3] (#267165580830)
- i***t (152)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseNicely priced book in brand new, excellent condition, as described, that arrived very well packaged. All of that plus the lightening fast, same day shipping made this an overall perfect transaction in all ways! Thank you to a fantastic seller!TDY by Douglas Valentine (2020 Trade Paperback){W3} (#256507748364)