Shifting the Earth : the mathematical quest to understand the motion of the universe /
"Combining history, astronomy, and philosophy, this insightful book demonstrates how mathematics evolved and was used to explain planetary movements based on centuries of manual observations and careful data collection. Historical and social contexts behind the mathematical advances are provide...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Hoboken, N.J. :
Wiley,
[2012]
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| Online Access: | Full Text via HEAL-Link |
