Life Of William Cochran (1899)

By Robert Neil Grant

Book Overview

The book ""Life of William Cochran"" is a biography written by Robert Neil Grant and published in 1899. It tells the story of William Cochran, a Scottish mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of mathematics during the 19th century.The book covers Cochran's early life and education, his career as a professor of mathematics at the University of Glasgow, and his groundbreaking work in the fields of algebra and geometry. It also explores his contributions to astronomy, including his development of new methods for calculating the positions of celestial bodies.Throughout the book, Grant provides detailed descriptions of Cochran's mathematical theories and discoveries, as well as insights into the personal life of this fascinating figure. He also places Cochran's work in the broader context of the history of mathematics, highlighting its importance and relevance to contemporary research.Overall, ""Life of William Cochran"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the most important mathematicians of the 19th century.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: 1165542048
• ISBN13: 9781165542048
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"