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An Episodic History of Mathematics: Mathematical Culture Through Problem Solving (Mathematical Association of America Textbooks),Used
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An Episodic History of Mathematics delivers a series of snapshots of the history of mathematics from ancient times to the twentieth century. The intent is not to be an encyclopedic history of mathematics, but to give the reader a sense of mathematical culture and history. The book abounds with stories, and personalities play a strong role. The book will introduce readers to some of the genesis of mathematical ideas. Mathematical history is exciting and rewarding, and is a significant slice of the intellectual pie. A good education consists of learning different methods of discourse, and certainly mathematics is one of the most welldeveloped and important modes of discourse that we have. The focus in this text is on getting involved with mathematics and solving problems. Every chapter ends with a detailed problem set that will provide the student with many avenues for exploration and many new entrees into the subject.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'An Episodic History of Mathematics'? A: The main focus of the book is to provide insights into mathematical culture and history through problem solving, rather than being an encyclopedic history.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Steven G. Krantz.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 396 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in mathematics? A: Yes, the book is designed to engage readers at various levels, including beginners, with its focus on problem solving and exploration.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on April 1, 2010.
- Q: Can I expect to find exercises in this book? A: Yes, each chapter concludes with a detailed problem set for exploration and practice.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is listed as 'Very Good' condition.
- Q: What is the genre or category of this book? A: The book falls under the category of History.
- Q: Does the book cover modern mathematics? A: Yes, it covers the history of mathematics up to the twentieth century, including modern mathematical ideas.