Mathematical Thought from Ancient to Modern Times, Vol. 1
"I have always had great regard for this book as the one which relates the development of modern mathematical ideas in a readable fashion."--Michael F. O'Reilly, University of Minnesota in Morris"Outstanding scholarship and readability.  One of only a couple of books available in English for in-depth historical studies at the fourth year/graduate level."--Charles V. Jones,Ball State University"The consistently high quality of presentation, the accuracy, the readable style, and the stress on the conceptual development of mathematics make [these volumes] a most desirable reference."--Choice"Without a doubt a book which should be in the library of every institution where mathematics is either taught or played."--The Economist"What must be the definitive history of mathematical thought....Probably the most comprehensive account of mathematical history we have yet had."--Saturday Review