Mathematics: A Concise History and Philosophy (Undergraduate Texts in Mathematics / Readings in Mathematics)
By W.S. Anglin
* Publisher: Springer
* Number Of Pages: 261
* Publication Date: 1996-04-04
* ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0387942807
* ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780387942803
* Binding: Hardcover
Product Description:
This is a concise introductory textbook for a one semester course in the history and philosophy of mathematics. It is written for mathematics majors, philosophy students, history of science students and secondary school mathematics teachers. The only prerequisite is a solid command of pre-calculus mathematics. It is shorter than the standard textbooks in that area and thus more accessible to students who have trouble coping with vast amounts of reading. Furthermore, there are many detailed explanations of the important mathematical procedures actually used by famous mathematicians, giving more mathematically talented students a greater opportunity to learn the history and philosophy by way of problem solving. Several important philosophical topics are pursued throughout the text, giving the student an opportunity to come to a full and consistent knowledge of their development. These topics include infinity, the nature of motion, and Platonism. This book offers, in fewer pages, a deep penetration into the key mathematical and philosophical aspects of the history of mathematics.
Summary: Nice Read overall
Rating: 4
Not a perfect book by any stretch, but I am not the type of reader who has to agree with a book to enjoy it. Many histories of mathematics books are rife with anti-god, anti-religion references, this is a balance to that. Admittedly a little pushy the other way, but not a bad read.
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