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The World of Numbers
Paperback / softback
Main Details
| Title |
The World of Numbers
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Herbert McKay
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:208 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 127 |
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| Category/Genre | History of mathematics |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781107494992
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| Classifications | Dewey:510 |
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| Audience | | Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly | |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Cambridge University Press
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| Imprint |
Cambridge University Press
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| Publication Date |
2 April 2015 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Originally published in 1946, this book explains important aspects of the world through the lens of mathematics. McKay discusses important questions such as time, the size of the earth and 'numbers that mean too much' in language that is enthusiastic and easily accessible to non-mathematicians. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of mathematics.
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