Leonhard Euler: Mathematical Genius in the Enlightenment

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Leonhard Euler: Mathematical Genius in the Enlightenment
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Ronald S. Calinger
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:696
Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 156
Category/GenreHistory of mathematics
ISBN/Barcode 9780691196404
ClassificationsDewey:510.92
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations 55 b/w illus.

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 3 December 2019
Publication Country United States

Description

An acclaimed biography of the Enlightenment's greatest mathematician This is the first full-scale biography of Leonhard Euler (1707-1783), one of the greatest mathematicians and theoretical physicists of all time. In this comprehensive and authoritative account, Ronald Calinger connects the story of Euler's eventful life to the astonishing achie

Author Biography

Ronald S. Calinger is professor emeritus of history at the Catholic University of America and the founding chancellor of the Euler Society. His books include A Contextual History of Mathematics, Vita Mathematica, and Classics of Mathematics.

Reviews

"One of Choice's Outstanding Academic Titles for 2016"