An Introduction to the History of MathematicsThis classic best-seller by a well-known author introduces mathematics history to math and math education majors. Suggested essay topics and problem studies challenge students. CULTURAL CONNECTIONS sections explain the time and culture in which mathematics developed and evolved. Portraits of mathematicians and material on women in mathematics are of special interest. |
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Problem Studies | 27 |
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Bibliographic information
| Title | An Introduction to the History of Mathematics The Saunders series |
| Author | Howard Eves |
| Edition | 6, illustrated |
| Publisher | Saunders College Pub., 1990 |
| Original from | the University of Michigan |
| Digitized | Feb 24, 2010 |
| ISBN | 0030295580, 9780030295584 |
| Length | 775 pages |
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