Indian Mathematics (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Kaye, George Rusby

 
9781330258019: Indian Mathematics (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore the rich history of numbers and ideas from ancient India.

This concise, readable study surveys how Indian mathematicians shaped ideas of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. It shows how exchange with Greek, Chinese, and Arab scholars influenced a vibrant tradition that spans the Sulvasutras through later masters like Brahmagupta and Bhaskara. The book blends history with example-driven discussion, offering a clear view of methods, problems, and the evolution of mathematical thought.


Readers will gain insight into pivotal topics, from practical calculations to the development of early theories that echo into modern math. The text highlights fascinating problems, solutions, and the chronology of key figures across centuries.



  • How ancient problems were posed and solved using early algorithms

  • Connections between Indian and other world mathematical traditions

  • Brief biographies and the context of major works and figures

  • A sampled journey through historical milestones and notations


Ideal for readers curious about the history of mathematics and how numerical ideas traveled across cultures.

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"Indian Mathematics" is a classic text on the history of mathematics in India. It clarifies the contributions of Hindu mathematicians and traces the exchange of mathematical ideas in the ancient world. Typeset in elegant Garamond! NOT a blurry copy!

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Indian Mathematics [1915]

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