History History of Mathematics: A Review of Steven Krantz's Book

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The discussion centers around recommendations for books on the history of mathematics. Steven Krantz's "An Episodic History of Mathematics: Mathematical Culture through Problem Solving" is highlighted, available on Amazon with differing page counts between the PDF version and the purchased book. Other suggested titles include David Burton's "The History of Mathematics: An Introduction" and resources like the MacTutor History of Mathematics archive. Additionally, works by Morris Kline and Carl Boyer's book on the history of Calculus are noted as valuable resources. The conversation emphasizes the availability of both paid and free resources for those interested in the historical aspects of mathematics.
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Amer said:
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I am looking for a book talking about history of mathematics
Steven Krantz has one here
Amazon
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: An Episodic History of Mathematics: Mathematical Culture through Problem Solving (Maa Textbook) (Mathematical Association of America Textbooks)

who know this book or is there any other good books talking about history of math
I found that book as pdf free with 480 pages, amazon book is 380 !
any advises ?
Thanks

Hi Amer, :)

Here are some of the books that I have referred to find historical facts about mathematics.

1) The History of Mathematics: An Introduction: David Burton: 9780073051895: Amazon.com: Books

2) Dictionary of Scientific Biography - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Also I found the MacTutor History of Mathematics archive quite useful on many occasions.

Kind Regards,
Sudharaka.
 
The Carl Boyer book from Dover is great for the history of Calculus in particular, but I don't know if that's of interest to you.
 
Amer said:
Hey

I am looking for a book talking about history of mathematics
Steven Krantz has one here
Amazon
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: An Episodic History of Mathematics: Mathematical Culture through Problem Solving (Maa Textbook) (Mathematical Association of America Textbooks)

who know this book or is there any other good books talking about history of math
I found that book as pdf free with 480 pages, amazon book is 380 !
any advises ?
Thanks

Several works by Morris Kline could be of interest.

CB
 

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