The Theory of Determinants in the Historical Order of Development, Volume 1, parts 1-2 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781020317880)

Thomas Muir's seminal work on determinants is a classic of nineteenth-century mathematics. In this meticulously researched book, Muir traces the history of the concept of determinants from its earliest origins in ancient mathematics to its modern applications in calculus and physics. Thanks to Muir's clear and concise writing style, this book is accessible to both casual readers and serious students of mathematics.

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