This revised and greatly expanded second edition of the Russian text contains a wealth of new information about the lives and accomplishments of more than a dozen scientists throughout five centuries of history: from the first steps in algebra up to new achievements in geometry in connection with physics. The heroes of the book are renowned figures from early eras, as well some scientists of last century. A unique mixture of mathematics, physics, and history, this volume provides biographical glimpses of scientists and their contributions in the context of the social and political background of their times.
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This revised and greatly expanded second edition of the Russian text contains a wealth of new information about the lives and accomplishments of more than a dozen scientists throughout five centuries of history: from the first steps in algebra up to new achievements in geometry in connection with physics. The heroes of the book are renowned figures from early eras, as well some scientists of last century. A unique mixture of mathematics, physics, and history, this volume provides biographical glimpses of scientists and their contributions in the context of the social and political background of their times.
Imprint | Springer-Verlag New York |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | November 2006 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | 2007 |
Translators | Alan Shuchat |
Authors | Simon Gindikin |
Dimensions | 235 x 155 x 21mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 388 |
Edition | 2nd ed. 2007 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-387-36026-3 |
Barcode | 9780387360263 |
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LSN | 0-387-36026-3 |