Companion encyclopedia of the history and philosophy of the mathematical sciences

Author(s)

• Grattan-Guinness, I.

Bibliographic Information

Companion encyclopedia of the history and philosophy of the mathematical sciences

edited by I. Grattan-Guinness

（Routledge reference）

Routledge, 1994

• : set
• v. 1
• v. 2

Note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Description and Table of Contents

Volume

: set ISBN 9780415037853

Description

* Examines the history and philosophy of the mathematical sciences in a cultural context, tracing their evolution from ancient times up to the twentieth century * 176 articles contributed by authors of 18 nationalities * Chronological table of main events in the development of mathematics * Fully integrated index of people, events and topics * Annotated bibliographies of both classic and contemporary sources * Unique coverage of Ancient and non-Western traditions of mathematics

Table of Contents

Select Contents 1. Ancient and non-Western traditions 2. The Western Middle Ages and the Renaissance 3. Calculus and mathematical analysis 4. Functions, series and methods in analysis 5. Logic, set theories, and the foundations of mathematics 6. Algebras and number theory 7. Geometries and topology 8. Mechanics and mechanical engineering 9. Physics and mathematical physics, and electrical engineering 10. Probability and statistics, and the social sciences 11. Higher education and institutions 12. Mathematics and culture

Volume

v. 1 ISBN 9780415092388

Description

Mathematics is one of the most basic -- and most ancient -- types of knowledge. Yet the details of its historical development remain obscure to all but a few specialists. The two-volume Companion Encyclopedia of the History and Philosophy of the Mathematical Sciences recovers this mathematical heritage, bringing together many of the world's leading historians of mathematics to examine the history and philosophy of the mathematical sciences in a cultural context, tracing their evolution from ancient times to the twentieth century.In 176 concise articles divided into twelve parts, contributors describe and analyze the variety of problems, theories, proofs, and techniques in all areas of pure and applied mathematics, including probability and statistics. This indispensable reference work demonstrates the continuing importance of mathematics and its use in physics, astronomy, engineering, computer science, philosophy, and the social sciences. Also addressed is the history of higher education in mathematics. Carefully illustrated, with annotated bibliographies of sources for each article, The Companion Encyclopedia is a valuable research tool for students and teachers in all branches of mathematics. Contents of Volume 1: -Ancient and Non-Western Traditions -The Western Middle Ages and the Renaissance -Calculus and Mathematical Analysis -Functions, Series, and Methods in Analysis -Logic, Set Theories, and the Foundations of Mathematics -Algebras and Number Theory Contents of Volume 2: -Geometries and Topology -Mechanics and Mechanical Engineering -Physics, Mathematical Physics, and Electrical Engineering -Probability, Statistics, and the Social Sciences -Higher Education andInstitutions -Mathematics and Culture -Select Bibliography, Chronology, Biographical Notes, and Index

Volume

v. 2 ISBN 9780415092395

Description

Mathematics is one of the most basic -- and most ancient -- types of knowledge. Yet the details of its historical development remain obscure to all but a few specialists. The two-volume Companion Encyclopedia of the History and Philosophy of the Mathematical Sciences recovers this mathematical heritage, bringing together many of the world's leading historians of mathematics to examine the history and philosophy of the mathematical sciences in a cultural context, tracing their evolution from ancient times to the twentieth century.In 176 concise articles divided into twelve parts, contributors describe and analyze the variety of problems, theories, proofs, and techniques in all areas of pure and applied mathematics, including probability and statistics. This indispensable reference work demonstrates the continuing importance of mathematics and its use in physics, astronomy, engineering, computer science, philosophy, and the social sciences. Also addressed is the history of higher education in mathematics. Carefully illustrated, with annotated bibliographies of sources for each article, The Companion Encyclopedia is a valuable research tool for students and teachers in all branches of mathematics. Contents of Volume 1: -Ancient and Non-Western Traditions -The Western Middle Ages and the Renaissance -Calculus and Mathematical Analysis -Functions, Series, and Methods in Analysis -Logic, Set Theories, and the Foundations of Mathematics -Algebras and Number Theory Contents of Volume 2: -Geometries and Topology -Mechanics and Mechanical Engineering -Physics, Mathematical Physics, and Electrical Engineering -Probability, Statistics, and the Social Sciences -Higher Education andInstitutions -Mathematics and Culture -Select Bibliography, Chronology, Biographical Notes, and Index

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Details

• NCID: BA21541556
• ISBN:
  • 0415037859
  • 0415092388
  • 0415092396
• LCCN: 92013707
• Country Code: uk
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: London ; New York
• Pages/Volumes: 2 v. (xiii, 1806 p.)
• Size: 24 cm
• Classification:
  • LCC : QA21
  • DC20 : 510/.9
  • NDLC : MA2
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : Mathematics -- History
  • LCSH : Mathematics -- Philosophy
• Parent Bibliography ID:
  • BA11016877