Leonhard Euler: Mathematical Genius in the Enlightenment
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Leonhard Euler: Mathematical Genius in the Enlightenment
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Ronald S. Calinger
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:696 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 156 |
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| Category/Genre | History of mathematics |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780691196404
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| Classifications | Dewey:510.92 |
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| Audience | | Tertiary Education (US: College) | | Professional & Vocational | |
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| Illustrations |
55 b/w illus.
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Princeton University Press
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| Imprint |
Princeton University Press
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| Publication Date |
3 December 2019 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
An acclaimed biography of the Enlightenment's greatest mathematician This is the first full-scale biography of Leonhard Euler (1707-1783), one of the greatest mathematicians and theoretical physicists of all time. In this comprehensive and authoritative account, Ronald Calinger connects the story of Euler's eventful life to the astonishing achie
Author Biography
Ronald S. Calinger is professor emeritus of history at the Catholic University of America and the founding chancellor of the Euler Society. His books include A Contextual History of Mathematics, Vita Mathematica, and Classics of Mathematics.
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