Studies in Indian mathematics and astronomy : selected articles of Kripa Shankar Shukla
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Studies in Indian mathematics and astronomy : selected articles of Kripa Shankar Shukla
（Sources and studies in the history of mathematics and physical sciences）
Springer , Hindustan Book Agency, c2019
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This volume presents a collection of some of the seminal articles of Professor K. S. Shukla who made immense contributions to our understanding of the history and development of mathematics and astronomy in India. It consists of six parts: Part I constitutes introductory articles which give an overview of the life and work of Prof. Shukla, including details of his publications, reminiscences from his former students, and an analysis of his monumental contributions. Part II is a collection of important articles penned by Prof. Shukla related to various aspects of Indian mathematics. Part III consists of articles by Bibhutibhusan Datta and Avadhesh Narayan Singh-which together constitute the third unpublished part of their History of Hindu Mathematics-that were revised and updated by Prof. Shukla. Parts IV and V consist of a number of important articles of Prof. Shukla on different aspects of Indian astronomy. Part VI includes some important reviews authored by him and a few reviews of his work.
Given the sheer range and depth of Prof. Shukla's scholarship, this volume is essential reading for scholars seeking to deepen their understanding of the rich and varied contributions made by Indian mathematicians and astronomers.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. The Oeuvre of Kripa Shankar Shukla.- Chapter 2. Studies in Indian Mathematics: Bhaskara I to Narayana Pandita.- Chapter 3. Revised version of the Manuscript of the Third Volume of Datta and Singh.- Chapter 4. Studies in Indian Astronomy: From Vedic Period to the Emergence of Siddhantas.- Chapter 5. Development of Siddhantic Astronomy: Some Highlights.- Chapter 6. Reviews and Responses.
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