Oeuvres De Fermat, Volume 3... [French]

By Pierre de Fermat

Oeuvres De Fermat, Volume 3... presents a comprehensive compilation of the mathematical works of Pierre de Fermat, a towering figure of 17th-century mathematics. This volume delves into Fermat's profound contributions to number theory, geometry, and calculus, showcasing his innovative methods and groundbreaking discoveries. The text includes detailed analyses and commentary by leading mathematicians and historians of science.

Readers will find insights into Fermat's correspondence with contemporaries such as John Wallis and Jacques de Billy, shedding light on the intellectual milieu of his time. The work also features Fermat's reconstruction of Apollonius's lost treatise on plane loci, demonstrating his mastery of classical geometry and his ability to revive ancient mathematical traditions. This volume stands as an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in the history of mathematics and the intellectual legacy of one of its most influential figures.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: French
• ISBN: 1024725677
• ISBN13: 9781024725674
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• Length: 636 Pages
• Weight: 1.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"