The Beginnings and Evolution of Algebra
| Author | : Isabella Bashmakova |
| Publisher | : American Mathematical Soc. |
| Total Pages | : 199 |
| Release | : 2000-01-15 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781470457228 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1470457229 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (229 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Beginnings and Evolution of Algebra by : Isabella Bashmakova
Download or read book The Beginnings and Evolution of Algebra written by Isabella Bashmakova and published by American Mathematical Soc.. This book was released on 2000-01-15 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The elements of algebra were known to the ancient mesopotamians at least 4000 years ago. Today, algebra stands as one of the cornerstones of modern mathematics. How then did the subject evolve? An illuminating read for historians of mathematics and working algebraists looking into the history of their subject.
