The Words of Mathematics: An Etymological Dictionary of Mathematical Terms Used in English (Spectrum) - An Etymological Dictionary of Mathematical Terms Used in English - Steven Schwartzman (1996)
ISBN 0883855119
Subject Mathematics - Dictionaries
Publisher The Mathematical Association of America
Publication Date September 1996
Format Paperback (249 x 175 mm)
Language e
Plot
The Words of Mathematics explains the origins of over 1500 mathematical terms used in English. While other dictionaries of mathematics define technical terms, this book concentrates on where those terms came from and what their literal meanings are. The words included here range from simple to advanced. This dictionary is easy to use. Although some of the entries are highly technical, the book explains them in plain English. The introduction gives an overview of how the ancient language known as Indo-European developed into Latin, Greek, French and English, the languages from which most of our mathematical vocabulary has been derived. Another section discusses the many ways in which mathematicians have borrowed and created their specialized vocabulary over the centuries. A glossary explains historical and linguistic terms used throughout the book.
Personal Details
Collection Status In Collection
Index 450
Read It Yes
Links Amazon US
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Product Details
LoC Classification QA5 .S376 1994
Dewey 510/.3
Cover Price $46.00
No. of Pages 269
Notes
"A reference book describing the origins of over 1500 mathematical terms used in English, including a glossary that explains the historical and linguistic terms used in the book."