"Squaring the Circle": A History of the Problem (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781019448137)

This book provides a comprehensive history of the ancient mathematical problem of squaring the circle. Hobson traces the origins of the problem to ancient times, and examines the efforts of mathematicians throughout history to solve it. With detailed analysis of the various techniques and approaches used over the centuries, Hobson's work is an important contribution to the history of mathematics and science.

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