Description
1954 Free press edition. Paperback cover has some shelf wear, slight tearing at top edge, and some fading near edges. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This revised and augmented fourth edition of Tobias Dantzig’s seminal work, “Number: The Language of Science,” offers a captivating exploration into the world of mathematics and its profound impact on scientific advancement. Published in 1954, during the height of the Space Race, this volume serves as a testament to the enduring significance of numerical reasoning in unlocking the mysteries of the universe. Dantzig’s lucid prose and engaging narratives demystify complex mathematical concepts, making them accessible to both scholars and enthusiasts alike. This copy, bearing the hallmarks of its era, invites collectors and readers to embark on a intellectual journey through the annals of scientific discovery, where the language of numbers emerges as the universal tongue of empirical inquiry. A true classic in its field, this edition stands as a cherished artifact of a pivotal era when human ingenuity and mathematical prowess converged to propel humanity’s understanding of the cosmos to unprecedented heights.