The Calculus Gallery
Masterpieces from Newton to Lebesgue (Princeton Science Library)
William Dunham
Explore the evolution of calculus and its development into the gateway of higher mathematics in this illuminating book. Delve into the work of some of the subject's most prominent practitioners, from Newton and Leibniz to Lebesgue, and witness the triumph of genius over logically chaotic problems. With a new preface from the author, The Calculus Gallery showcases the history and rigorous foundations of this intellectual achievement. Join us on a journey to see how it all came to be.
Fecha de publicación
2005-01-02T00:00:00.000Z
2005-01-02T00:00:00.000Z
publicado por primera vez en 2004
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4.45
ISBN
9780691182858
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2021-02-08T23:40:16.000Z
For people who want to see some actual math in their pop math books, all the books by William Dunham are superb. I especially recommend “Journey through genius” and “The calculus gallery”. “Prime obsession” by John Derbyshire is also excellent. – fuente