The Mathematics of Plato's Academy by David Fowler

The Mathematics of Plato's Academy by David Fowler

This expanded edition is divided into three parts: interpretation, evidence, and later developments (which includes a history of continued fractions). The book provides an examination of the ancient texts related to the subject and gives a provocative interpretation.

.. the second edition of Fowler's work is likey to be as controversial, and is certainly as stimulating, as the first. * Journal of Hellenic Studies *
... a second edition incorporating substantial revisions ... the bibliography has been much enlarged, which is very useful. The principal change, however, has been the addition of ch.10, a sort of appendix, in which [Fowler] sets out in a more direct (and polemical) way the reason why he dissents from traditional views, and the position he wishes to adopt ... his new chapter greatly increases the value of the book, especially to readers who may not be specialists in the subject. * Journal of Hellenic Studies *
... a "must-read" for all who would engage seriously with the present debates on Greek mathematics. * ISIS *

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ISBN 13	9780198502586
ISBN 10	0198502583
Title	The Mathematics of Plato's Academy
Author	David Fowler
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Oxford University Press
Year published	1999-03-11
Number of pages	466
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