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History of Japanese Mathematics
History of Japanese Mathematics
Author: David Eugene Smith, Yoshio Mikami
This survey highlights the leading features in the development of the wasan, the Japanese system of mathematics. Topics include the use of the abacus; the application of sangi, or counting rods, to algebra; the yenri, or circle principle; the work of Seki Kowa, Ajima Chokuyen and Wada Nei; more. 1914 edition. Includes 74 figures.
ISBN-13: 9780875481708
ISBN-10: 0875481701
Pages: 280
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Publisher: Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S.
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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