Unique method of teaching high school students mathematical reasoning skills leads students deliberately toward a false conclusion. Later, teacher and student review and and analyze the reasoning lapse to correct the problem. Covers arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and approximate computations. 1963 edition. Includes 2 prefaces and 45 figures.
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Foundations and Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics by Howard Eves Third edition of popular undergraduate-level text offers historic overview, readable treatment of mathematics before Euclid, Euclid's Elements, non-Euclidean geometry, algebraic structure, formal axiomatics, sets, more. Problems, some with solutions. Bibliography.
The Philosophy of Mathematics: An Introductory Essay by Stephan Körner A distinguished philosopher surveys the mathematical views and influence of Plato, Aristotle, Leibniz, and Kant. He also examines the relationship between mathematical theories, empirical data, and philosophical presuppositions. 1968 edition.
