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Edited by Fields Medalist Timothy Gowers, The Princeton Companion to Mathematics compiles almost two hundred essays written specifically for this volume. The entries introduce fundamental tools and vocabulary, trace the evolution of modern mathematics, and explain essential terms and concepts across the discipline. They also describe the achievements of many celebrated mathematicians and explore how mathematics influences fields such as biology, finance, and music. With its depth and breadth, the book provides a comprehensive resource for undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, and scholars interested in any area of mathematics or its broader applications.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Education & Language/Education
Authors: Timothy Gowers
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