- Paperback: 496 pages
- Publisher: Dover Publications; 1 edition (Mar 1 1981)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0486241041
- ISBN-13: 978-0486241043
- Product Dimensions: 20.9 x 14.2 x 2.4 cm
- Shipping Weight: 522 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
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Stimulating account of development of mathematics from arithmetic, algebra, geometry and trigonometry, to calculus, differential equations and non-Euclidean geometries. Also describes how math is used in optics, astronomy, motion under the law of gravitation, acoustics, electromagnetism, other phenomena. 147 illustrations.
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Mathematics and the Physical World by Morris Kline,
By Dr. Joseph S. Maresca "Dr. Joseph S. Maresca ... (Bronxville, New York USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)
This review is from: Mathematics and the Physical World (Paperback)
This work is an excellent reference for the history ofmathematics. It begins describing some ancient numbering systems. i.e. The Hindus utilized negative numbers. There was an evolution in geometry. The development and refinement of curves were set forth into equations. Newton's laws were formulated . i.e. F= MA The motion of projectiles evolved into the use of the sine and cosine to describe curvilinear motion. The laws of gravity, motion and oscillations were refined further into a multiplicity of uses in mathematics and theoretical physics. Many of the fundamental laws and processes of the earlier mathematics have evolved into important applications in theoretical and practical engineering. Examples are Newton's Laws, the Bernoulli equations and a host of other scientific achievements.
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A Journey In Time,
By Michael F Gosselin (Worcester, MA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Mathematics and the Physical World (Paperback)
What a journey! This book will never age with time. A must read for those interested in the humanistic value of a subject concider cold and forbiding by some who are disallusioned about what mathematics really is and its purpose in the history of mankind. A book that could only have been written by Morris Kline,an educator who saw the beauty of the subject. I can say no more.
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Still the BEST basic review of Applied Mathematics..,
By Kersi Von Zerububbel "Kersi" (San Diego, CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Mathematics and the Physical World (Paperback)
This book is geared to the general reader who has a cursory knowledge of mathematics. The chapters are organized around physical phenomena and the math behind their explanation. The result is a charming and VERY useful book. I have the 1970 edition which is quite worn from frequent use. The chapter titled, Differential Equations - The Heart Of Analysis, is exceptionally beautiful and pertinent. Reading this book is akin to a treasure hunt. There is page after page of mathematical discovery. Reading the chapter on Motion Of Projectiles made me terribly angry at the banal way in which this topic is handled in high school texts. Things such as quadratic equations and the law of gravitation are explained very well. I sincerely believe that this book should be a required text for High School math students. Highly recommended. The Dover edition is very affordable so even if it means foregoing a meal, do it. Buy this book! Well worth your time.
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