The History of Mathematics: An Introduction, Seventh Edition, is written
for the one- or two-semester math history course taken by juniors or
seniors, and covers the history behind the topics typically covered in an
undergraduate math curriculum or in elementary schools or high schools.
Elegantly written in David Burton.s imitable prose, this classic text
provides rich historical context to the mathematics that undergrad math
and math education majors encounter every day. Burton illuminates the
people, stories, and social context behind mathematics. greatest historical
advances while maintaining appropriate focus on the mathematical concepts
themselves. Its wealth of information, mathematical and historical accuracy,
and renowned presentation make The History of Mathematics: An Introduction,
Seventh Edition a valuable resource that teachers and students will want
as part of a permanent library.
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