The Story of Mathematics by Richard Mankiewicz
The mysterious tally sticks of prehistoric peoples and the terrestrial maps used for trade, exploration, and warfare; the perennial fascination with the motions of heavenly bodies and changed perspectives on the art and science of vision: all are testament to a mathematics at the heart of history.
"This book does read like a storyBeginning with the earliest traces of numerical recordings on animal bones, the author presents the genesis and evolution of mathematical ideas and their applications through the centuries. The pace is brisk, but the treatment is never superficial and it consistently remains highly accessible. . . . Mathematics is presented--as it should be--as a truly human enterprise that cuts across cultural borders."--Arturo Sangalli, author of The Importance of Being Fuzzy
"For personal reading and for enrichment . . . this book is great! Visually, conceptually, and textually, it draws the reader into a better understanding and appreciation of the history of mathematics. . . . Although the text is succinct, many instances in the narrative offer more insights into the development of mathematics than are found in many bulky volumes on the history of mathematics. . . . Mankiewicz's anecdotes and examples are well chosen to fascinate and stimulate the reader."---Frank J. Swetz, Mathematics Teacher
"For personal reading and for enrichment . . . this book is great! Visually, conceptually, and textually, it draws the reader into a better understanding and appreciation of the history of mathematics. . . . Although the text is succinct, many instances in the narrative offer more insights into the development of mathematics than are found in many bulky volumes on the history of mathematics. . . . Mankiewicz's anecdotes and examples are well chosen to fascinate and stimulate the reader."---Frank J. Swetz, Mathematics Teacher
Richard Mankiewicz is currently a lecturer at Peterborough Regional College. He is a contributing author to The Science Book (Cassell) as well as the author of many articles on mathematics, art, and culture.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780691088082 |
| ISBN 10 | 069108808X |
| Title | The Story of Mathematics |
| Author | Richard Mankiewicz |
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| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Princeton University Press |
| Year published | 2001-01-28 |
| Number of pages | 192 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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