A history of [pi] (pi)
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New York : St. Martin's Press, [1971].
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200 pages : illustrations, portraits ; 21 cm
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| Canon City Public Library - NONFICTION | 512.9 BEC | On Shelf |
| Lamar Community College Library (C426.lc) - GENERAL | QA 484 .B4 1 | On Shelf |
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Published
New York : St. Martin's Press, [1971].
Format
Book
Language
English
UPC
9780312381851 (EAN)
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 193-195) and index
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The history of pi, says the author, though a small part of the history of mathematics, is nevertheless a mirror of the history of man. Petr Beckmann holds up this mirror, giving the background of the times when pi made progress and also when it did not, because science was being stifled by militarism or religious fanaticism. The mathematical level of this book is flexible, and there is plenty for readers of all ages and interests
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Beckmann, P. (1971). A history of [pi] (pi) . St. Martin's Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Beckmann, Petr. 1971. A History of [pi] (pi). St. Martin's Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Beckmann, Petr. A History of [pi] (pi) St. Martin's Press, 1971.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Beckmann, Petr. A History of [pi] (pi) St. Martin's Press, 1971.
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