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A History of PI Author: The history of pi, says the author, though a small part of the history of mathematics, is nevertheless a mirror of the history of man. Petr Beckmann holds up this mirror, giving the background of the times when pi made progress -- and also when it did not, because science was being stifled by militarism or religious fanaticism.
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Math can be a dull subject. However, math history can be quite interesting and can help many better understand the topic. Pi goes through all of the trials, tribulations, and questions that resulted in our current understandings.
Great historical reference book.
Genres:
- Science & Math >> History & Philosophy >> General
- Science & Math >> Mathematics >> Pure Mathematics >> Algebra >> General
- Professional & Technical >> Professional Science >> Mathematics >> Pure Mathematics >> Algebra