Mathematics and Its History - John Stillwell
Mathematics and Its History - John Stillwell This textbook provides a unified and concise exploration of undergraduate mathematics by approaching the subject through its history. Featuring historical…
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Mathematics and Its History - John Stillwell
This textbook provides a unified and concise exploration of undergraduate mathematics by approaching the subject through its history. Featuring historical episodes ranging from the Ancient Greeks to Fermat and Descartes, this volume offers a glimpse into the broader context in which these ideas developed, revealing unexpected connections that make this ideal for a senior capstone course.The presentation of previous versions has been refined by omitting the less mainstream topics and inserting new connecting material, allowing instructors to cover the book in a one-semester course. Readers will discover the rich tapestry of ideas behind familiar topics from the undergraduate curriculum, such as calculus, algebra, topology, and more.
As in previous editions, a wide array of mathematical topics are covered, from geometry to computation; however, biographical sketches have been omitted. This condensed edition prioritizes succinctness and cohesiveness, and there is a greater emphasis on visual clarity, featuring full color images and high quality 3D models.