A history of [pi] (pi)
By: Petr Beckmann.
Publisher: St. Martin's Press; St. Martin's Griffin
Published: 1971
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 200
ISBN-13: 9780312381851
Subjects: Pi
Other titles: History of pi.
Description: 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.
Notes: "Gift of Edward Ousselin"--Bookplate.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 193-195) and index.