In order to understand the universe you must know the
language in which it is written. And that language is mathematics.
***- Galileo (1564-1642)
People have always sought order in the apparent chaos of the universe.
Mathematics has been our most valuable tool in that search, uncovering
the patterns and rules that govern our world and beyond. This book
traces humankind's greatest achievements, plotting a journey through the
mathematical intellects of the last 4,000 years to where we stand today.
It features the giants of mathematics, from Euclid and Pythagoras,
through Napier and Newton, to Leibniz, Riemann, Russell, and many
more.
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Topics include:**
- Counting and measuring from the earliest times
- The Ancient Egyptians and geometry
- The movements of planets
- Measuring and mapping the world
- Fuzzy logic and set theory
- The death of numbers
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ABOUT THE SERIES:** Arcturus Fundamentals Series explains fascinating
and far-reaching topics in simple terms. Designed with rustic, tactile
covers and filled with dynamic illustrations and fact boxes, these books
will help you quickly get to grips with complex topics that affect our
day-to-day living.