Introducing Mathematics: A Graphic Guide (Graphic Guides)

Ravetz, Jerry

ISBN 10: 1848312970 / ISBN 13: 9781848312975

Published by Icon Books, 2011

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introducing Mathematics: A Graphic Guide (Graphic Guides)
• Publisher: Icon Books
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1848312970
• ISBN 13: 9781848312975
• Binding: Soft cover
• Illustrator: Van Loon, Borin
• Edition: 4th Edition
• Condition: Like New
• Weight: 160 grams

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Synopsis

What is mathematics, and why is it such a mystery to so many people?





Mathematics is the greatest creation of human intelligence. It affects us all. We depend on it in our daily lives, and yet many of the tools of mathematics, such as geometry, algebra and trigonometry, are descended from ancient or non-Western civilizations. 







Introducing Mathematics traces the story of mathematics from the ancient world to modern times, describing the great discoveries and providing an accessible introduction to such topics as number-systems, geometry and algebra, the calculus, the theory of the infinite, statistical reasoning and chaos theory. It shows how the history of mathematics has seen progress and paradox go hand in hand - and how this is still happening today.

About the Author

Ziauddin Sardar is a prominent journalist and author. Prolific and polymathic, he is a regular contributor to the New Statesman and The Observer. He presented The Battle for Islam on BBC Two in September 2005. His most recent books are Desperately Seeking Paradise and Balti Britain (Granta). Jerry Ravetz is a philosopher and mathematician.