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The Higher Arithmetic treats the theory of numbers as the purest and most engaging branch of mathematics. In its eighth edition, the book introduces key concepts and theorems of number theory without demanding an advanced background. New chapters written by J. H. Davenport discuss recent developments such as Wiles’ proof of Fermat’s Last Theorem, the role of computers in number theory, and practical approaches to primality testing. With only high‑school mathematics as a prerequisite, it is well suited for general readers and for undergraduate courses, offering a clear, concise treatment of all essential material.
First publish date: 1952
Genre: Science/Physics
Authors: Harold Davenport
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