The Collected Mathematical Papers of James Joseph Sylvester: Volume 2, 1854 1873

By James Joseph Sylvester

Book Overview

James Joseph Sylvester (1814-97) was an English mathematician who made key contributions to numerous areas of his field and was also of primary importance in the development of American mathematics, both as inaugural Professor of Mathematics at Johns Hopkins University and founder of the American Journal of Mathematics. Originally published in 1908, this book forms the second in four volumes of Sylvester's mathematical papers, covering the period from 1854 to 1873. Together these volumes provide a comprehensive resource that will be of value to anyone with an interest in Sylvester's theories and the history of mathematics.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1107683297
• ISBN13: 9781107683297
• Release Date: February 2012
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 748 Pages
• Weight: 2.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 6.7" x 9.6"