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Trigonometric Delights

By Eli Maor
Series: Princeton Science Library
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Trigonometric Delights by Eli Maor explores the fascinating world of trigonometry, blending historical anecdotes with the mathematical principles that have shaped the field. The book offers an engaging narrative that draws on the work of mathematicians throughout history and demonstrates the versatility of trigonometry in various scientific disciplines. It's a captivating journey through the beauty and depth of trigonometric concepts.
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You might find yourself captivated by this book if you appreciate the fusion of history and mathematics, as it creatively explores the world of trigonometry with engaging anecdotes and historical insights. The author's ability to present complex mathematical concepts in an accessible and entertaining way may particularly appeal to those keen on uncovering the beauty and relevance of mathematics in everyday life.

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Trigonometric Delights

A fun, entertaining exploration of the ideas and people behind the growth of trigonometryTrigonometry has a reputation as a dry, difficult branch of mathematics, a glorified form of geometry complicated by tedious computation. In Trigonometric Delights, Eli Maor dispels this view. Rejecting the usual descriptions of sine, cosine, and their trig

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

A fun, entertaining exploration of the ideas and people behind the growth of trigonometry.

Trigonometry has a reputation as a dry, difficult branch of mathematics, a glorified form of geometry complicated by tedious computation. In Trigonometric Delights, Eli Maor dispels this view. Rejecting the usual descriptions of sine, cosine, and their trigonometric relatives, he brings the subject to life in a compelling blend of history, biography, and mathematics.

From the proto-trigonometry of the Egyptian pyramid builders and the first true trigonometry developed by Greek astronomers, to the epicycles and hypocycles of the toy Spirograph, Maor presents both a survey of the main elements of trigonometry and a unique account of its vital contribution to science and social growth.

A tapestry of stories, curiosities, insights, and illustrations, Trigonometric Delights irrevocably changes how we see this essential mathematical discipline.

Series: Princeton Science Library

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780691202198

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 April 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Princeton University Press

Illustration: 107 b/w illus.

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 256

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Education & Reference Eli Maor Non-Fiction Science & Nature Series: Princeton Science Library

About the Author

Eli Maor is a former professor of the history of mathematics at Loyola University Chicago. His books include the internationally acclaimed To Infinity and Beyond, e: The Story of a Number, The Pythagorean Theorem: A 4,000-Year History, and Music by the Numbers (all Princeton).

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