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For a full account of the life and activities of Napier the Memoirs of John Napier of Merchiston by Mark Napier, published in 1834, may be consulted.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and work of John Napier, a Scottish mathematician who revolutionized the world of numerical calculations with his invention of logarithms in 1614. The author places Napierââ â¢s groundbreaking discovery within the broader historical context of the scientific advancements taking place during the 16th century, a period when mathematicians were increasingly focused on complex computations, particularly in the field of astronomy. The book explores the challenges Napier faced in devising his logarithmic system, given the limited mathematical tools available at the time. It highlights the authorââ â¢s insightful understanding of functional relationships, a concept that was still nascent in mathematical thought. The book then meticulously details the specific methods Napier employed to construct his logarithmic tables, emphasizing the ingenuity and rigor of his approach. The author also delves into Napierââ â¢s other notable contributions, including his work in cryptography, his pioneering agricultural techniques, and his invention of a system of calculating rods, later known as Napierââ â¢s bones. The book examines the reception of Napierââ â¢s discovery by his contemporaries, including the enthusiastic praise of Johannes Kepler, the collaboration with Henry Briggs, and the translation efforts of Edward Wright. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling portrait of a visionary mathematician whose invention transformed the landscape of mathematics and profoundly impacted scientific progress for centuries to come. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781332146178_0
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