Publisher's Synopsis
In the world of mathematics, it is always important to keep growing in knowledge, in pursuit of answers and in confirming findings more accurately. That characterizes the endeavor of author Peter Erickson through his new book, The Nature of Negative Numbers, which explores negativity in mathematics. Peter's chief focus is on number systems, between the real number system and the veritable number system. He begins the book's discussion with the history of the law of signs, given to us by Greek mathematician Diophantus. The narration explores further the two mathematical systems, real vs. veritable: journeying into points about negative roots and powers, significance of signs in addition and subtraction and even how the systems measure up to the basic laws of arithmetic. Sir William Rowan Hamilton is also shared within The Nature of Negative Numbers, as Peter states what mathematician Sir William learned during his own experiments with the systems.
