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The Pythagorean Theorem
A 4,000-Year History
Series: Princeton Science Library
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Ideal for readers interested in mathematics, history of science, and the cultural impact of mathematical discoveries. Suitable for both general audiences and those with an academic interest in mathematical ideas and their development.
An exploration of one of the most celebrated and well-known theorems in mathematicsBy any measure, the Pythagorean theorem is the most famous statement in all of mathematics. In this book, Eli Maor reveals the full story of this ubiquitous geometric theorem. Although attributed to Pythagoras, the theorem was known to the Babylonians more than a
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An exploration of one of the most celebrated and well-known theorems in mathematics. By any measure, the Pythagorean theorem is the most famous statement in all of mathematics. In The Pythagorean Theorem, Eli Maor reveals the full story of this ubiquitous geometric theorem.
Although attributed to Pythagoras, the theorem was known to the Babylonians more than a thousand years earlier. Pythagoras may have been the first to prove it, but his proof—if indeed he had one—is lost to us. The theorem itself, however, is central to almost every branch of science, pure or applied.
Maor brings to life many of the characters that played a role in its history, providing a fascinating backdrop to perhaps our oldest enduring mathematical legacy.
Series: Princeton Science Library
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Praised for its engaging storytelling and accessible exploration of mathematics, the book delights readers with multiple perspectives on a single truth. Critics highlight Maor's expert narration of the theorem's history and mathematical importance, noting its appeal both to newcomers and enthusiasts. Dava Sobel commends the book's bold inclusion of mathematical formulas, celebrating its playful yet profound treatment of this ancient idea.
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ISBN: 9780691196886
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 19 November 2019
Country: United States
Imprint: Princeton University Press
Illustration: 149 b/w illus. 2 tables.
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 296
About the Author
Eli Maor is the author of seven books, including Music by the Numbers, Trigonometric Delights, To Infinity and Beyond, and e: The Story of a Number (all Princeton). He is a former professor of the history of mathematics at Loyola University Chicago.
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