THE QUEEN OF MATHEMATICS A Historically Motivated Guide to Number Theory

This book takes the unique approach of examining number theory as it emerged in the 17th through 19th centuries. It leads to an understanding of today's research problems on the basis of their historical development. This book is a contribution to cultural history and brings a difficult subject...

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Main Author: Goldman, Jay R. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Wellesley, MA A. K. Peter 1998
@1998
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Summary:This book takes the unique approach of examining number theory as it emerged in the 17th through 19th centuries. It leads to an understanding of today's research problems on the basis of their historical development. This book is a contribution to cultural history and brings a difficult subject within the reach of the serious reader.
Physical Description:xxiv, 525 pages illustrations 23.5 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:1568810067
9781568810065