David Acheson transports us into the world of geometry, one of the oldest branches of mathematics. He describes its history, from ancient Greece to the... Læs mere
The Spirit of Mathematics brings to life the most elementary parts of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry in a new way. It sets out problems and draws out... Læs mere
This book is a popular introduction to the science of motion. It tells the story of mechanics, from Galileo's time to the present day, with an emphasis throughout on surprising phenomena that most challenge our physical intuition.