Trigonometric Delights by Eli Maor
Presents both a survey of the elements of trigonometry and an account of its contribution to science and social development. This book shows how Greek astronomers developed the first true trigonometry. It traces the emergence of trigonometry, its origins in Renaissance Europe's quest for accurate artillery, precise clocks, and musical instruments.
Maor's presentation of the historical development of the concepts and results deepens one's appreciation of them, and his discussion of the personalities involved and their politics and religions puts a human face on the subjectHis exposition of mathematical arguments is thorough and remarkably easy to understand. There is a lot of material here that teachers can use to keep their students awake and interested. In short, Trigonometric Delights should be required reading for everyone who teaches trigonometry and can be highly recommended for anyone who uses it. -- George H. Swift American Mathematics Monthly
Eli Maor teaches the history of mathematics at Loyola University in Chicago. He is the author of To Infinity and Beyond, e: The Story of a Number, and June 8, 2004 - Venus in Transit.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780691095417 |
| ISBN 10 | 0691095418 |
| Title | Trigonometric Delights |
| Author | Eli Maor |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Princeton University Press |
| Year published | 2002-03-17 |
| Number of pages | 256 |
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