The words of mathematics: an etymological dictionary of mathematical terms used in English/ Steven Schwartzman.
Series: MAA spectrumPublication details: Washington, DC: Mathematical Association of America, c1994.Description: vii, 261 p.: ill.; 26 cmISBN:- 0883855119
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Reference | Castorina Referência (Reference) | Referência (Reference) | 1 | Not For Loan | 39063000223225 |
"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."
Includes bibliographical references (p. 257-261).
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