The queen of mathematics : a historically motivated guide to number theory /
This book takes the unique approach of examining number theory as it developed from the 17th through 19th centuries, leading to an understanding of today's research problems on the basis of their historical evolution. With its historical framework and narrative style, Goldman's book makes...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Wellesley, Mass. :
A.K. Peters,
©1998.
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| Online Access: | Connect to the full text of this electronic book |
| Summary: | This book takes the unique approach of examining number theory as it developed from the 17th through 19th centuries, leading to an understanding of today's research problems on the basis of their historical evolution. With its historical framework and narrative style, Goldman's book makes both a lovely resource for mathematicians and an introductory text for students and teachers. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (xxiv, 525 pages : illustrations.) |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 497-515) and index. |
| ISBN: | 9780429108242 (electronic bk) 0429108249 (electronic bk) 9781439864623 1439864624 |