A General History Of Mathematics From The Earliest Times To The Middle Of The Eighteenth Century (1803)

By John Bonnycastle and Charles Bossut

Book Overview

Bossut's ""A General History of Mathematics from the Earliest Times to the Middle of the Eighteenth Century"" is a comprehensive survey of the development of mathematics throughout history. Originally published in 1803, this book traces the evolution of mathematical thought from ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Babylon, and Greece, through the Middle Ages and Renaissance, and up to the Enlightenment. Bossut examines the contributions of famous mathematicians such as Pythagoras, Euclid, Archimedes, and Newton, as well as lesser-known figures who made significant contributions to the field. He discusses the development of various branches of mathematics, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus, and explores the ways in which mathematics has been applied to fields such as astronomy, physics, and engineering.Throughout the book, Bossut emphasizes the importance of mathematics in human history and its role in shaping our understanding of the world. He also provides insights into the social and cultural contexts in which mathematical ideas emerged and evolved, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mathematics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 054883153X
• ISBN13: 9780548831533
• Release Date: January 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 572 Pages
• Weight: 1.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"