The republic of numbers unexpected stories of mathematical Americans
"This book tells the story of how America changed from a nation devoid of mathematical interest and expertise into a powerhouse of thinkers. The story is told chronologically, with one example pulled from each decade; these chapters reveal pivotal moments in America's mathematical maturati...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Baltimore
Johns Hopkins University Press,
2019.
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| Online Access: | EBSCOhost Перейти в каталог НБ ТГУ |
| Summary: | "This book tells the story of how America changed from a nation devoid of mathematical interest and expertise into a powerhouse of thinkers. The story is told chronologically, with one example pulled from each decade; these chapters reveal pivotal moments in America's mathematical maturation and feature a diverse cast of historical figures"-- |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781421433097 1421433095 |