Ming kwa tak (32 risultati)

Soft cover. Condizione: Good. Good 16mo-over 5¾"-6¾" tall. Light wear to wraps, crease and short tear to front wrap, browning to text. 55 pages.

Softcover. Condizione: Good. 55 pages. Light wear; some discoloring to the pages; a solid booklet. No date. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Mathematics; Inventory No: 229054.

Softcover. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. First Edition. Softcover edition published around 1952 featuring a colorful front cover illustration of a teacher guiding three students of various ages in the use of the abacus. Good condition overall. The front cover shows a small crease to the lower corner, a light semi-circular surface abrasion, and the rear cover has a faint red stain at the upper corner. The staple binding remains firm. An organization stamp on the title page has been neatly marked out. The interior pages are clean and unmarked.The Fundamental Operations in Bead Arithmetic: How to Use the Chinese Abacus by Tak Ming Kwa is a practical guide to mastering the suanpan, the traditional Chinese abacus that has been used since the Song Dynasty. Unlike simpler counting tools, the suanpan is capable of performing complex arithmetic including multiplication, division, and even the extraction of square and cube roots. This concise manual provides clear instruction in the methods refined over centuries by abacus masters, making it both a historical reference and a functional manual for modern learners.The book will be carefully packaged for shipment for protection from the elements. A USPS electronic tracking number will be issued free of charge. Feel free to contact us for more information or pictures regarding the book. …

Condizione: Good. Good condition. Paperback edition. (abacus) A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

Softcover. Condizione: Fair. No Jacket. First Edition. "The Fundamental Operations in Bead Arithmetic: How to Use the Chinese Abacus" by Kwa Tak Ming stands as a rare educational gem, shedding light on the intricacies of bead arithmetic with the Chinese abacus. This Softcover First Edition, categorized as Fair condition, offers a glimpse into the historical methods of mathematical instruction. Published by Service Supply Company of San Francisco, this edition, although undated, is recognized to have been published in 1922 based on Library of Congress records.The covers, featuring black calligraphy ink stains, particularly concentrated on the rear, display some toning at the edges. A faintly erased pencil mark on the front cover adds to its vintage allure. While there are no major creases, the book bears the marks of its age. The staple-binding remains steadfast, preserving the structural integrity.On the title page, an organization stamp (1 x 2 1/2 inches) is neatly marked out, providing a glimpse into the book's provenance. Despite these imprints, the interior pages maintain a commendable state, free from markings and neatly preserved.It's worth noting that very few pages exhibit light staining or soiling, adding a touch of character to this historical instructional piece. The book will be meticulously packaged for shipment, ensuring protection from external elements. An electronic tracking number from USPS will be included at no extra cost, ensuring a secure and traceable delivery.For those intrigued by the historical significance of bead arithmetic and the use of the Chinese abacus, this book not only offers a tangible piece of history but also serves as a practical guide to a unique method of calculation. For more details or additional pictures about this rare find, do not hesitate to reach out, and we will be delighted to assist. …

Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: New.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: Good. Good condition. (abacus ) A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

Stapled wraps. Condizione: Very Good-. B&W Illustrations; This is a small format booklet with cardstock covers and a stapled spine. This copy is in Very Good- condition. The edges of the book covers have some edge wear and a couple of small nicks to the rear cover. The covers have some fading, especially to the spine and edges. Ths front cover has inked previous owner's cheop on the front cover. The text pages are clean and bright. "The abacus (plural abaci or abacuses) , also called a counting frame, is a calculating tool that was in use in Europe, China and Russia, centuries before the adoption of the written HinduArabic numeral system. The exact origin of the abacus is still unknown. Today, abacuses are often constructed as a bamboo frame with beads sliding on wires, but originally they were beans or stones moved in grooves in sand or on tablets of wood, stone, or metal. " (from Wikipedia). …

Condizione: New.

Condizione: New. In English.

Paperback. Condizione: New.

Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. 18mo. [196-?] Orig. illustrated wrappers, staple bound. 52 pp. Toning and foxing to covers, creasing to upper corner of rear cover. 0.

Condizione: Good. San Francisco n.d. (c. 1945). Sm.8vo., 52pp., wraps. Good, old, light stain on pages.

Condizione: Fair. Acceptable condition. (Abacus, Arithmetic, Mathematics) A readable, intact copy that may have noticeable tears and wear to the spine. All pages of text are present, but they may include extensive notes and highlighting or be heavily stained. Includes reading copy only books.

paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Pocket-sized paperback; no writing; lightly tanned pages; spot on cover.

Couverture souple. Condizione: Bon. Condizione sovraccoperta: Bon. How to use the Chinese Abacus.

Paperback. Condizione: New.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

LeatherBound. Condizione: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 62. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1922 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 62.…

Paperback / softback. Condizione: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Paperback / softback. Condizione: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 62 pages. 8.40x5.40x0.40 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Condizione: New. Print on Demand pp. 62 1:B&W 5.5 x 8.5 in or 216 x 140 mm (Demy 8vo) Perfect Bound on Creme w/Gloss Lam.

Condizione: New. Print on Demand pp. 62.

Condizione: New. PRINT ON DEMAND pp. 62.

Hardback. Condizione: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Condizione: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. KlappentextrnrnThe Chinese counting system has undergone a western surge in popularity recently because of its ability to calculate large sums very quickly mentally.