John Wallis Bücher

The book is the first English translation of John Wallis's Arithmetica Infinitorum (1656), a key text on the seventeenth- century development of the calculus. Accompanied with annotations and an introductory essay, the translation makes Wallis's work fully available for the first time to modern readers. It shows how Wallis drew on some of the most important new ideas from the preceding twenty years, and took them forward to lay the foundations on which Newton was to build. Above all, the book displays the crucial mid-seventeenth-century shift from geometry to arithmetic and algebra as the primary language of mathematics.

A landmark of mathematical scholarship, this volume collects logarithmic tables that enable users to easily calculate complex mathematical functions. The contributors - all esteemed mathematicians of their time - also provide detailed explanations of the tables' construction and use.

Selected for its cultural significance, this work preserves the integrity of the original artifact, including copyright references and library stamps. It serves as a vital piece of civilization's knowledge base, reflecting historical importance and the preservation efforts of significant libraries worldwide.

The narrative unfolds with a routine grocery trip that spirals into tragedy when Paul Mason's wife, Claire, reveals her desire for a divorce, leading to a fatal accident. As Paul grapples with the aftermath, he faces the challenges of being a psychotherapist and single father to his daughter, Allie. The psychological depth and suspense of the story explore themes of grief, guilt, and the complexities of family dynamics, revealing how a single moment can irrevocably alter one's life.

This book presents a concise explanation of the Doctrine of the Blessed Trinity, framed as a letter to a friend. It offers insights into theological concepts while maintaining the integrity of the original 1690 edition. The reprint serves as a valuable resource for those interested in historical perspectives on Christian doctrine.