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Reveals the important contributions of mathematics to physical and social sciences, philosophy, religion, literature, and art.
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The assertion that mathematics has been a major force in the molding of modern culture, as well as a vital element of that culture, appears to many people incredible or, at best, a rank exaggeration. Read the first page
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The assertion that mathematics has been a major force in the molding of modern culture, as well as a vital element of that culture, appears to many people incredible or, at best, a rank exaggeration. Read the first page
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For those maths teachers who wish to spice up their lessons by including a historical perspective then this book is invaluable. It could also be helpful to history and art teachers; it includes a detailed discussion of perspective in the old masters. As a maths teacher I used this book successfully many times.
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This book is a fascinating blend of rigorous mathematics, history, philosophy and literature. It can be dipped into as well as read straight through and ought to convince both the lay reader and the student of mathematics that maths is indeed a core part of our overall cultural life.
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In most mathematics classes, students are presented with a completed edifice, and given a floor plan to help them navigate the halls. While this approach works for many people, others need a little more basic information. In this book, Morris Kline builds the building, starting with the mud and straw of the bricks.
"Mathematics in Western Culture" shows that the history of mathematics is one of hundreds of years of people sitting in the sand, drawing shapes and lines, scratching their heads, and trying to figure things out. This is not necessarily Dr. Kline's intention for the book, but this is certainly one of the many messages to be derived from it.
A fascinating, exciting book which makes mathematics more understandable and accessible.
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