A Curious History of Mathematics: The Big Ideas from Early Number Concepts to Chaos Theory

By Joel Levy

Book Overview

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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0233003851
• ISBN13: 9780233003856
• Release Date: February 2014
• Publisher: Andre Deutsch
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.2" x 8.8"