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What Is a Number?: Mathematical Concepts and Their Origins,Used
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2009 Outstanding Academic Title, ChoiceMathematics often seems incomprehensible, a melee of strange symbols thrown down on a page. But while formulae, theorems, and proofs can involve highly complex concepts, the math becomes transparent when viewed as part of a bigger picture. What Is a Number? provides that picture.Robert Tubbs examines how mathematical concepts like number, geometric truth, infinity, and proof have been employed by artists, theologians, philosophers, writers, and cosmologists from ancient times to the modern era. Looking at a broad range of topicsfrom Pythagorass exploration of the connection between harmonious sounds and mathematical ratios to the understanding of time in both Western and preColumbian thoughtTubbs ties together seemingly disparate ideas to demonstrate the relationship between the sometimes elusive thought of artists and philosophers and the concrete logic of mathematicians. He complements his textual arguments with diagrams and illustrations.This historic and thematic study refutes the received wisdom that mathematical concepts are esoteric and divorced from other intellectual pursuitsrevealing them instead as dynamic and intrinsic to almost every human endeavor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What are the main topics covered in 'What Is a Number?' A: The book explores mathematical concepts such as number, geometric truth, infinity, and proof, and examines their applications across various disciplines, including art, theology, philosophy, and cosmology.
- Q: Who is the author of 'What Is a Number?' A: The author of the book is Robert Tubbs, who provides a historical and thematic study of mathematical concepts.
- Q: When was 'What Is a Number?' published? A: The book was published on January 29, 2009.
- Q: How many pages are in 'What Is a Number?' A: The book contains a total of 320 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'What Is a Number?' A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'What Is a Number?' suitable for beginners in mathematics? A: Yes, the book is designed to make complex mathematical concepts accessible and understandable, making it suitable for both beginners and those interested in the broader implications of mathematics.
- Q: Does 'What Is a Number?' include illustrations or diagrams? A: Yes, the book is complemented by diagrams and illustrations that enhance the textual arguments presented by the author.
- Q: What condition is 'What Is a Number?' available in? A: The book is listed as in new condition.
- Q: What edition of 'What Is a Number?' is available? A: The book is available in its first edition.
- Q: Can 'What Is a Number?' help in understanding the relationship between math and art? A: Yes, the book ties together mathematical concepts with artistic and philosophical ideas, illustrating the connections between these fields.