This volume presents a record of mathematical developments in China over a period of more than 2000 years. It goes into greater detail than ever previously available in English. Because the emphasis in Chinese mathematics is on algorithms rather than proofs, readers will find results such as Bezout's theorem and Horner's method appearing in a very different context from the familiar tradition of Euclidean deductive geometry. The Chinese always preferred algebraic methods, and by the 13th century A.D. they were the best ...
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This volume presents a record of mathematical developments in China over a period of more than 2000 years. It goes into greater detail than ever previously available in English. Because the emphasis in Chinese mathematics is on algorithms rather than proofs, readers will find results such as Bezout's theorem and Horner's method appearing in a very different context from the familiar tradition of Euclidean deductive geometry. The Chinese always preferred algebraic methods, and by the 13th century A.D. they were the best algebraists in the world. The original Chinese point of view is retained by the translators. They have supplemented the text with short explanatory comments and references to all relevant reference sources available in the West. An extensive bibliography is included, creating a work which will appeal to general readers interested in Chinese history as well as historians of mathematics.
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Add this copy of Chinese Mathematics: a Concise History to cart. $28.86, fair condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Atlanta rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Austell, GA, UNITED STATES, published 1987 by Oxford University Press, USA.
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1st edn. 8vo. Original laminated pictorial boards (a little rubbed at edges, very lightly bumped on top edge of lower board-otherwise VG), no dustwrapper. Pp. xiii + 292, illus with figures, tables and b&w photos in text (previous owner's neat inscription on front free endpaper).
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Very Good with no dust jacket. 0198581815. Previous owners nam written on frontpastedown.; Explore over two millennia of mathematical evolution in China—from ancient counting rods to Ming-Qing dynastic scholarship—in this authoritative and accessible volume. Originally authored by leading Chinese historians Yan Li and Du Shiran, the work delivers deep insights into uniquely Chinese approaches to algorithms, algebra, numerical methods, and the central role of problem-solving over formal proof.; 16.4x24.3x2.4cm; xiii, 290 pages.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 700grams, ISBN: 9780198581819.
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