The Fundamentals of the Ancient Greek Arithmetics

By Dr. Mark A. Tsayger

From philosophy to mathematics and beyond, the modern Western world owes a great deal to the contributions of classical society and great thinkers of ancient Greece. But when it comes to the alphabetical systems of recording and calculating numbers, the history is all but lost. This ancient history of mathematics and arithmetic takes you to the time of Pythagoras and Archimedes to reveal the origin of the Greek alphabet and numbering system. More than just a calculation problems textbook, this work shows you the integral role alphabetic numbering systems played in the ancient world. The Fundamentals of the Ancient Greek Arithmetics reclaims critical lost knowledge from one of history's most influential cultures. Whether you're a teacher or a student, you'll learn to recognize and use the ancient Greek alphabet for numbering and calculation. Lovers of history and math will delight in uncovering the practical ways the average citizens of Greece used these systems in their everyday lives.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1979615772
• ISBN13: 9781979615778
• Release Date: April 2018
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 106 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.3" x 0.2" x 6.3"