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Journey Through Genius: The Great Theorems of Mathematics

by William Dunham

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A rare combination of the historical, biographical, and mathematicalgenius, this book is a fascinating introduction to a neglected field of human creativity. Dunham places mathematical theorem, along with masterpieces of art, music, and literature and gives them the attention they deserve.

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 291-293) and index.
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ISBN:
9780140147391
Subtitle:
The Great Theorems of Mathematics
performance:
Dunham, William
Author:
Dunham, William
Publisher:
Penguin Books
Location:
New York, N.Y., U.S.A. :
Subject:
General
Subject:
Biography
Subject:
History
Subject:
Mathematics
Subject:
Mathematical Analysis
Subject:
Mathematicians
Subject:
Mathematicians -- Biography.
Subject:
Mathematics -- History.
Copyright:
1990
Series Volume:
no. 13
Publication Date:
August 1991
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
320
Dimensions:
7.76x5.09x.60 in. .49 lbs.
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