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Archimedes Sherman Stein (University of California, Davis)

Archimedes By Sherman Stein (University of California, Davis)

Summary

Archimedes' enduring reputation rests upon his ability to achieve so much with the few mathematical tools at his disposal. He made fundamental advances in the fields of geometry, mechanics, and hydrostatics, and this book is devoted to his work. It will prove fascinating to students and professional mathematicians alike.

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Archimedes: What Did He Do Beside Cry Eureka? by Sherman Stein (University of California, Davis)

Many people have heard two things about Archimedes: he was the greatest mathematician of antiquity, and he ran naked from his bath crying 'Eureka!'. However, few people are familiar with the actual accomplishments upon which his enduring reputation rests, and it is the aim of this book to shed light upon this matter. Archimedes' ability to achieve so much with the few mathematical tools at his disposal was astonishing. He made fundamental advances in the fields of geometry, mechanics, and hydrostatics. No great mathematical expertise is required of the reader, and the book is well illustrated with over 100 diagrams. It will prove fascinating to students and professional mathematicians alike.

Archimedes Reviews

The author's writing style is elegant yet logical... In short, the book is eminently readable... Highly recommended for all teachers of mathematics. - The Australian Mathematics Teacher

Highly recommended to anyone interested in mathematics and its history, as it is an eye-opening and a great read. - Choice Magazine, March 2000

The topics in this volume are treated carefully clearly, and with many illustrations. - AAAS, Science Books and Films May-June 2000

Table of Contents

1. The life of Archimedes; 2. The lever; 3. The centre of gravity; 4. Big literary find in Constantinople; 5. The mechanical method; 6. Two sums; 7. The parabola; 8. Floating bodies; 9. The spiral; 10. The ball; 11. Archimedes traps p.

Additional information

CIN0883857189G
9780883857182
0883857189
Archimedes: What Did He Do Beside Cry Eureka? by Sherman Stein (University of California, Davis)
Used - Good
Paperback
Mathematical Association of America
19990902
164
N/A
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