Encyclopedia of Numbers: Their Essence and Meaning (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162607184)

The Encyclopedia of Numbers: Their Essence and Meaning is a comprehensive reference book written by A. E. Abbott. It explores the fascinating world of numbers and their significance in various aspects of human life. The book covers a wide range of topics related to numbers, including their history, symbolism, and cultural significance. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific area of interest. The first section provides an overview of the history of numbers, from their earliest origins to the present day. It also delves into the different systems of numeration used throughout history and across different cultures.The second section explores the symbolism of numbers, including their associations with various concepts and ideas. This section covers topics such as numerology, the significance of numbers in religion and mythology, and the use of numbers in literature and art.The third section of the book examines the practical applications of numbers, including their use in science, mathematics, and technology. This section covers topics such as the properties of numbers, number theory, and the role of numbers in modern computing.Overall, the Encyclopedia of Numbers: Their Essence and Meaning is a comprehensive guide to the world of numbers. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history, symbolism, and practical applications of numbers in human life.This work contains a treasury of esoteric teachings on numbers and rhythms in human life, with a dictionary of mathematicians, philosophers, occultists and writers on numbers. Contents: quotations; list of principal articles; list of principal personalities; preface; numbers and rhythms in human life; dictionary of mathematicians, philosophers, occultists and writers on numbers, rhythms and cycles of life; bibliographical section.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: A. E. Abbott
ISBN-10: 1162607181
ISBN-13: 9781162607184
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 524
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.57lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 1.05d