The irrationals
Havil, Julian, 1952-2012
Book
Julian Havil tells the story of irrational numbers and the mathematicians who have tackled their challenges, from antiquity to the 21st century. Along the way, he explains why irrational numbers are surprisingly difficult to define - and why so many questions still surround them.
Main title:
The irrationals / Julian Havil.
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Imprint:
Princeton, N.J. ; Oxford : Princeton University Press, c2012.
Collation:
ix, 298 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9780691143422 (hbk)
Dewey class:
512.73
Local class:
512.73 HAV
Language:
English
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BRN:
1100555