Pre-Owned Sherlock Holmes in Babylon: And Other Tales of Mathematical History (Hardcover) 0883855461 9780883855461

Covering a span of almost 4,000 years, from the ancient Babylonians to the eighteenth century, this collection chronicles the enormous changes in mathematical thinking over this time, as viewed by distinguished historians of mathematics from the past and the present. This book will be enjoyed by anyone interested in mathematics and its history. CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover, dust jacket may not be included, minimal wear to binding, most of the pages undamaged(e.g., minimal creases or tears), highlighting / underlining acceptable on books as long as the text is readable and markings are not excessive, no missing pages. May be a former library book, with usual treatments(e.g., mylar covers, call stickers, stamps, card pockets, barcodes, or remainder marks). Extra components, such as CDs, DVDs, figurines, or access codes are not included. ISBN: 9780883855461 ISBN10: 0883855461 Contributors: Katz, Victor, Wilson, Robin, Anderson, Marlow,