9780282079154 - Histoire des Mathématiques, Vol. 2: Dans Laquelle On Rend Compte de Leurs Progrès Depuis Leur Origine Jusqu'à Nos Jours (Classic Reprint) di Montucla, Jean Etienne (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history of mathematics during the 17th century, a period that marked the shift towards the modern age of scientific discovery. The author provides insights into the evolution of mathematical ideas, focusing on the transformative contributions of key figures such as Kepler, Galileo, Descartes, Fermat, Huygens, Wallis, and Newton. The book situates these advancements within the broader scientific landscape, highlighting the influence of astronomy, physics, and other disciplines. It showcases the interplay between mathematics and its practical applications, tracing the development of new methods like logarithms, analytic geometry, and calculus. Through detailed analysis, the book illuminates the groundbreaking discoveries and conceptual shifts that laid the foundation for future mathematical breakthroughs. It offers a comprehensive exploration of a pivotal time that shaped the trajectory of mathematics and its role in our understanding of the universe. 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.