Mathematics New The Siddhāntasundara of Jñānarāja An English Translation with Commentary Toke Lindegaard Knudsen The first English translation of this major work of classical Indian astronomy and mathematics. 2014 336 pp., 31 line drawings 978-1-4214-1442-3 $89.95 hardcover
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Introduction to Abstract Algebra From Rings, Numbers, Groups, and Fields to Polynomials and Galois Theory Benjamin Fine, Anthony M. Gaglione, and Gerhard Rosenberger A breakthrough approach to teaching one of math’s most intimidating concepts. Avoiding the pitfalls common in the standard textbooks, the authors set a pace that allows beginner-level students to follow the progression from familiar topics such as rings, numbers, and groups to more difficult concepts. 2014 584 pp., 13 line drawings, 4 graphs 978-1-4214-1176-7 $99.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book
Mathematics in Twentieth-Century Literature and Art Content, Form, Meaning Robert Tubbs “A refreshing and unusual contribution that should appeal to a larger audience than mathematicians alone, including historians and art theorists. Tubbs’s focus on artists whose mathematical intentions are made clear by the artists themselves is original.” —Janice Sklensky, Wheaton College 2014 184 pp., 9 halftones, 10 line drawings 978-1-4214-1380-8 $29.95 paperback Also available as an e-book
Origins of Mathematical Words A Comprehensive Dictionary of Latin, Greek, and Arabic Roots Anthony Lo Bello “A true labor of love, this book will delight mathematicians. . . Others can only applaud the knowledge, curiosity, and delight Lo Bello brings to his work. . . Enthusiastically recommended for comprehensive mathematical collections, graduate collections, and for every mathematician’s bookshelf.”—Library Journal 2013 368 pp. 978-1-4214-1098-2 $49.95 paperback
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