Publisher's Synopsis
Originally published in 1707, this collection of letters and essays offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of British mathematicians in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. From discussions of trigonometry and calculus to musings on the philosophy of mathematics, it is a rich and diverse collection that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of science.
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