A History Of The Mathematical Theory Of Probability: From The Time Of Pascal To That Of Laplace (1865) - Couverture rigide

Todhunter, I

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ISBN 10 : 1164465279 ISBN 13 : 9781164465270

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

""A History of the Mathematical Theory of Probability: From the Time of Pascal to that of Laplace"" is a book written by Isaac Todhunter in 1865. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of the mathematical theory of probability, beginning with the work of Blaise Pascal in the 17th century and continuing through to the contributions of Pierre-Simon Laplace in the 18th century. Todhunter examines the key figures and ideas that shaped the theory of probability, including the concept of expected value, the law of large numbers, and the central limit theorem. He also explores the practical applications of probability theory in fields such as insurance, gambling, and scientific research.Throughout the book, Todhunter provides detailed explanations of the mathematical concepts and techniques involved in probability theory, making it accessible to both students and scholars. He also includes numerous examples and exercises to help readers deepen their understanding of the subject.Overall, ""A History of the Mathematical Theory of Probability"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of probability theory, as well as its practical applications in various fields.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Throughout his early life, Isaac Todhunter (1820–84) excelled as a student of mathematics, gaining a scholarship at the University of London and numerous awards during his time at St John's College, Cambridge. Taking up fellowship of the college in 1849, he became widely known for both his educational texts and his historical accounts of various branches of mathematics. The present work, first published in 1865, describes the rise of probability theory as a recognised subject, beginning with a discussion of the famous 'problem of points', as considered by the likes of the Chevalier de Méré, Blaise Pascal and Pierre de Fermat during the latter half of the seventeenth century. Subsequently, the application of advanced methods that had been developed in classical areas of mathematics led to rapid progress in probability theory. Todhunter traces this growth, closing with a thorough account of Pierre-Simon Laplace's far-reaching work in the area.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1164465279
• ISBN 13: 9781164465270
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 640
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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