Indian Mathematics: Engaging with the World from Ancient to Modern Times (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781786340603)

Indian Mathematics gives a unique insight into the history of mathematics within a historical global context. It builds on research into the connection between mathematics and the world-wide advancement of economics and technology. Joseph draws out parallel developments in other cultures and carefully examines the transmission of mathematical ideas across geographical and cultural borders.Accessible to those who have an interest in the global history of mathematical ideas, for the historians, philosophers and sociologists of mathematics, it is a book not to be missed.

Author: George Gheverghese Joseph
ISBN-10: 1786340607
ISBN-13: 9781786340603
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Europe Ltd
Language: English
Published: 09/22/2016
Pages: 512
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.80lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.10w x 1.20d