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Mathematics in Western Culture 1. PB output Edition
Author(s): Morris Kline (Author)
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication Date: 21 Jan. 2008
- Edition: 1. PB output
- Language: English
- Print length: 516 pages
- ISBN-10: 019500714X
- ISBN-13: 9780195007145
Book Description
Reveals the important contributions of mathematics to the physical and social sciences, philosophy, religion, literature, and art.
Editorial Reviews
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"[Kline] is unfalteringly clear in explaining mathematical ideas; he is learned but not pedantic; he has historical discernment, a sympathetic social outlook and a nice sense of fun and irony.... The beauty and fascination and rare excellence of mathematics emerge from his story. It is an exciting, provocative book."--Scientific American "Still the best textbook for the history and philosophy of mathematics for undergraduate liberal arts students. Especially good for the age of the Scientific Revulution."--Janet A. Fitzgerald, Molloy College, NY
