Mathematics in Western Culture
Edition: New edition
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Published: September 27, 1990
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 544
ISBN-13: 9780140137033
Subjects: Mathematics; History
First sentence: The assertion that mathematics has been a major force in the molding of modern culture, as well as a vital element of that culture, appears to many people incredible or, at best, a rank exaggeration.