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The Mathematical Experience - by Phillip J Davis & Reuben Hersh (Paperback)

Name: The Mathematical Experience - by Phillip J Davis & Reuben Hersh (Paperback)
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SKU: 77031536
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This is the classic introduction for the educated lay reader to the richly diverse world of mathematics: its history, philosophy, principles, and personalities.
Author(s): Phillip J Davis & Reuben Hersh
464 Pages
Mathematics, History & Philosophy

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About the Book

This is the classic introduction for the educated lay reader to the richly diverse world of mathematics: its history, philosophy, principles, and personalities.

Book Synopsis

This is the classic introduction for the educated lay reader to the richly diverse world of mathematics: its history, philosophy, principles, and personalities.

Review Quotes

"A brilliant and engrossing view of the development of mathematics...wonderful at communicating its beauty and excitement to the general reader." The New York Times

"A perfectly marvelous book." The New Yorker

"A true gem, one of the masterpieces of our age." American Monthly

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inches (W) x 1.5 Inches (D)

Weight: 1.05 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Sub-Genre: History & Philosophy

Genre: Mathematics

Number of Pages: 464

Publisher: Harper Paperbacks

Format: Paperback

Author: Phillip J Davis & Reuben Hersh

Language: English

Street Date: January 14, 1999

TCIN: 77031536

UPC: 9780395929681

Item Number (DPCI): 247-30-1785

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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A: The book consists of 464 pages.
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A: The genre of the book is Mathematics, specifically focusing on History and Philosophy.
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