Foundations and fundamental concepts of mathematics
By: Howard Eves.
Edition: 3rd ed.
Publisher: Dover Publications
Published: 1997
Place of publication: Mineola, N.Y
Language: eng
Number of pages: 344
Subjects: Mathematics -- Philosophy.; Mathematics -- History.
Description: Third edition of popular undergraduate-level text offers overview of historical roots and evolution of several areas of mathematics. Topics include mathematics before Euclid, Euclids Elements, non-Euclidean geometry, algebraic structure, formal axiomatics, sets, more. Emphasis on axiomatic procedures. Problems. Solution Suggestions for Selected Problems. -- PUBLISHER DESCRIPTION.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 303-316) and index.
Originally published: 3rd ed. Boston : PWS-Kent, c1990.