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* Examines the history and philosophy of the mathematical sciences in a cultural context, tracing their evolution from ancient times up to the twentieth century* 176 articles contributed by authors of 18 nationalities* Chronological table of main events in the development of mathematics* Fully integrated index of people, events and topics* Annotated bibliographies of both classic and contemporary sources* Unique coverage of Ancient and non-Western traditions of mathematicsGrattan-Guinness, Ivor is the author of 'Companion Encyclopedia of the History and Philosophy of the Mathematical Sciences' with ISBN 9780415037853 and ISBN 0415037859.
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