Publisher's Synopsis
""A Concise History of Mathematics"" is a two-volume book written by Dirk Jan Struik and published by Dover Publications. The book is part of the Dover Series in Mathematics and Physics. The first volume covers the history of mathematics from ancient times to the end of the 19th century, while the second volume covers the 20th century.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of mathematics over the centuries, including the contributions of famous mathematicians such as Pythagoras, Euclid, Archimedes, Newton, Leibniz, Euler, Gauss, and many others. It also explores the evolution of mathematical concepts and techniques, such as algebra, geometry, calculus, number theory, and topology.The author presents the material in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to readers with a basic understanding of mathematics. The book is ideal for students, teachers, and anyone interested in the history of mathematics. It is also a valuable resource for those studying mathematics, physics, or engineering, as it provides insight into the origins and development of many mathematical concepts and techniques that are still in use today.Overall, ""A Concise History of Mathematics"" is a well-written and informative book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of one of the most important and influential fields of study.Two Volumes In One. Volume 1, The Beginnings, The Beginnings In Western Europe; Volume 2, The Seventeenth Century To The Nineteenth 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.
