* Exciting exposition integrates history, philosophy, and mathematics * Combines a mathematical analysis of approximation theory with an engaging discussion of the differing philosophical underpinnings behind its development * Appendices containing biographical data on numerous eminent mathematicians, explanations of Russian nomenclature and academic degrees, and an excellent index round out the presentation
| ISBN-13: | 9780817643539 |
| ISBN-10: | 0817643532 |
| Publisher: | Birkhäuser Boston |
| Publication date: | 2005-12-16 |
| Edition description: | 2006 |
| Pages: | 219 |
| Product dimensions: | Height: 9.25 Inches, Length: 6.1 Inches, Weight: 1.00089866948 Pounds, Width: 0.55 Inches |
| Author: | Karl-Georg Steffens |
| Language: | en |
| Binding: | Paperback |
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