Diophantus Of Alexandria: A Study In The History Of Greek Algebra (1910)

Diophantus of Alexandria: A Study in the History of Greek Algebra is a book written by Thomas L. Heath in 1910. The book is a comprehensive study of the ancient Greek mathematician Diophantus of Alexandria and his contributions to the field of algebra.The book provides a detailed analysis of Diophantus' life and work, including his famous book Arithmetica, which is considered one of the most important works in the history of algebra. The book also explores Diophantus' influence on later mathematicians, including Fermat and Euler.Heath's book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and non-experts alike. The book contains numerous examples and illustrations, as well as a comprehensive bibliography and index.Overall, Diophantus of Alexandria: A Study in the History of Greek Algebra is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of mathematics, particularly the development of algebra in ancient Greece.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.