TY - BOOK ID - 138658835 TI - Ancient mathematics PY - 2001 SN - 9780203995730 9780415164948 9780415164955 PB - London Routledge DB - UniCat KW - Mathematics, Ancient UR - https://www.unicat.be/uniCat?func=search&query=sysid:138658835 AB - The theorem of Pythagoras, Euclid's ""Elements"", Archimedes' method to find the volume of a sphere: all parts of the invaluable legacy of ancient mathematics. But ancient mathematics was also about counting and measuring, surveying land and attributing mystical significance to the number six. This volume offers the first accessible survey of the discipline in all its variety and diversity of practices. The period covered ranges from the fifth century BC to the sixth century AD, with the focus on the Mediterranean region. Topics include:* mathematics and politics in classical Greece<BR ER -