A History of Japanese Mathematics

A History of Japanese Mathematics - Dover Books on Mathematics

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Publisher's Synopsis

This survey highlights the leading features in the development of the wasan, the Japanese system of mathematics. Topics include the use of the abacus; the application of sangi, or counting rods, to algebra; the yenri, or circle principle; the work of Seki Kowa, Ajima Chokuyen and Wada Nei; more. 1914 edition. Includes 74 figures.

Book information

ISBN: 9780486434827
Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.
Imprint: Dover Publications
Pub date:
DEWEY: 510.952
DEWEY edition: 22
Language: English
Number of pages: 288
Weight: 313g
Height: 218mm
Width: 136mm
Spine width: 15mm