Math through the Ages: A Gentle History for Teachers and Others (Mathematical Association of America Textbooks) - Hardcover
Synopsis
An informal and accessible overview of the history of mathematics.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review
'This is a beautiful and important book, a pleasure to read, in which the history recounted fully illuminates the mathematical ideas, and the ideas themselves are superbly explained: a wonderful accomplishment.' Barry Mazur, Harvard University
Book Description
Where did maths come from? Who thought up all those symbols, and why? What's the story behind negative numbers? The sketches here answer these questions and many others in an informal, easygoing style that's accessible to teachers, students, and anyone who is curious about the history of mathematical ideas.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Math through the Ages: A Gentle History for Teachers...
Seller Image
Math through the Ages: A Gentle History for Teachers and Others (Mathematical Association of America Textbooks)
Published by
The Mathematical Association of America, 2004
ISBN 10: 0883857367
ISBN 13: 9780883857366
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Goodwill, Brooklyn Park, MN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: good. Corners are bent. Stains on outside cover inside the book. There are tears on paperback. Spine is twisted bowed. Cover Case has some rubbing and edgewear. Access codes, CD's, slipcovers and other accessories may not be included. Seller Inventory # 2Y6RUU004SKW_ns
Stock Image
Math Through the Ages: A Gentle History for Teachers and Others
Published by
Mathematical Association of America (MAA), 2004
ISBN 10: 0883857367
ISBN 13: 9780883857366
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0883857367I4N00
Stock Image
Math Through the Ages: A Gentle History for Teachers and Others
Published by
Mathematical Association of America (MAA), 2004
ISBN 10: 0883857367
ISBN 13: 9780883857366
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0883857367I4N00
Stock Image
Math Through the Ages: A Gentle History for Teachers and Others
Published by
Mathematical Association of America (MAA), 2004
ISBN 10: 0883857367
ISBN 13: 9780883857366
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0883857367I4N10
Stock Image
Math Through the Ages: A Gentle History for Teachers and Others
Published by
Mathematical Association of America (MAA), 2004
ISBN 10: 0883857367
ISBN 13: 9780883857366
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0883857367I3N00
Stock Image
Math Through the Ages: A Gentle History for Teachers and Others
Published by
Mathematical Association of America (MAA), 2004
ISBN 10: 0883857367
ISBN 13: 9780883857366
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0883857367I5N00
Stock Image
Math Through the Ages: A Gentle History for Teachers and Others
Published by
Mathematical Association of America (MAA), 2004
ISBN 10: 0883857367
ISBN 13: 9780883857366
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0883857367I4N00
Stock Image
Math Through the Ages: A Gentle History for Teachers and Others
Published by
Mathematical Association of America (MAA), 2004
ISBN 10: 0883857367
ISBN 13: 9780883857366
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0883857367I5N10
Stock Image
Math Through the Ages: A Gentle History for Teachers and Others
Published by
Mathematical Association of America (MAA), 2004
ISBN 10: 0883857367
ISBN 13: 9780883857366
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0883857367I4N10
Stock Image
Math Through the Ages: A Gentle History for Teachers and Others
Published by
Mathematical Association of America (MAA), 2004
ISBN 10: 0883857367
ISBN 13: 9780883857366
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0883857367I4N01