Publisher's Synopsis
Robert of Chester's Latin Translation of the Algebra of Al-Khowarizmi is a book that was originally published in 1915. The book is a translation of the work of the famous Persian mathematician Al-Khowarizmi, who is considered to be the father of algebra. The translation was done by Robert of Chester, who was an English scholar and mathematician.The book contains a detailed account of Al-Khowarizmi's algebraic methods, which were groundbreaking in their time. Al-Khowarizmi's work was instrumental in the development of modern algebra, and his ideas are still used today in many mathematical applications.The translation by Robert of Chester is considered to be one of the most accurate and faithful translations of Al-Khowarizmi's work. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mathematics or the development of algebra.The book includes detailed explanations of Al-Khowarizmi's algebraic methods, as well as examples and exercises to help readers understand and apply the concepts. It also includes a brief biography of Al-Khowarizmi and an introduction to the historical context in which his work was developed.Overall, Robert of Chester's Latin Translation of the Algebra of Al-Khowarizmi is an important and valuable book for anyone interested in the history of mathematics or the development of algebra. It provides a detailed and accurate account of Al-Khowarizmi's groundbreaking work, and is a testament to the enduring importance of his ideas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.