This is a concise introductory textbook for a one semester course in the history and philosophy of mathematics. It is written for mathematics majors, philosophy students, history of science students and secondary school mathematics teachers. The only prerequisite is a solid command of pre-calculus mathematics.
W.S. Anglin
Algebra Cantor Finite Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Middle Ages Plato Problem-solving calculus eighteenth century geometry mathematics philosophy of mathematics science seventeenth century
"...The book is well written and will help those who look for a deeper understanding of mathematical culture." -- MATHEMATICAL REVIEWS
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