The writings of Newton, Liebniz, Pascal, Riemann, Bernoulli, and others in a comprehensive selection of 125 treatises, articles from the Renaissance to end of the 19th century — most unavailable elsewhere. Grouped in 5 sections: Number; Algebra; Geometry; Probability; and Calculus, Functions, and Quaternions. Index. Includes 83 illustrations.
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A Philosophical Essay on Probabilities by Marquis de Laplace Without the use of higher mathematics, this classic demonstrates the application of probability to games of chance, physics, reliability of witnesses, astronomy, insurance, democratic government, and many other areas.
Mathematical Fallacies and Paradoxes by Bryan Bunch Stimulating, thought-provoking analysis of the most interesting intellectual inconsistencies in mathematics, physics, and language, including being led astray by algebra (De Morgan's paradox). 1982 edition.
Mathematics and Logic by Mark Kac, Stanislaw M. Ulam Fascinating study of the origin and nature of mathematical thought, including relation of mathematics and science, 20th-century developments, impact of computers, more. Includes 34 illustrations. 1968 edition.
The Continuum: A Critical Examination of the Foundation of Analysis by Hermann Weyl Concise classic by great mathematician and physicist deals with logic and mathematics of set and function, concept of number and the continuum. Bibliography. Originally published 1918.
Lectures on Elementary Mathematics by Joseph Louis Lagrange One of the 18th century's greatest mathematicians delivered these lectures at a training school for teachers. An exemplar among elementary expositions, they combine original ideas and elegant expression. 1898 edition.
Newton's Philosophy of Nature: Selections from His Writings by Sir Isaac Newton, H. S. Thayer A wide, accessible representation of the interests, problems, and philosophic issues that preoccupied the great 17th-century scientist, this collection is grouped according to methods, principles, and theological considerations. 1953 edition.
History of Analytic Geometry by Carl B. Boyer This study presents the concepts and contributions from before the Alexandrian Age through to Fermat and Descartes, and on through Newton and Euler to the "Golden Age," from 1789 to 1850. 1956 edition. Analytical bibliography. Index.
A History of Japanese Mathematics by David E. Smith, Yoshio Mikami Classic survey chronicles the development of the Japanese mathematics: use of the abacus; application of counting rods to algebra; Seki Kowa; the circle principle; Ajima Chokuyen; Wada Nei; more. 1914 edition. Includes 74 figures.
