Babylonian Number System
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Episodes from the Early History of Mathematics
Among other things, Aaboe shows us how the Babylonians did calculations, how Euclid proved that there are infinitely many primes, how Ptolemy constructed a trigonometric table in his Almagest, and how Archimedes trisected the angle.
Learning Activities from the History of Mathematics
Biographies of 23 important mathematicians span many centuries and cultures. Historical Learning Tasks provide 21 in-depth treatments of a variety of historical problems.
Babylonian Mathematics
Babylonian Mathematics explores the sophisticated mathematical system developed in ancient Babylonia, highlighting its lasting influence on modern science and mathematics. The book delves into their innovative base-60 number system, which remarkably survives today in our measurement of time and angles, and their advanced algebraic techniques. Discover how the Babylonians solved complex equations and understood geometric principles, including a version of the Pythagorean Theorem predating Pythagoras himself. The book carefully reconstructs the historical context of Babylonian mathematical innovation, examining cuneiform texts and the role of scribes in developing mathematical tools for administration and commerce. By analyzing translated clay tablets, the author reveals the practical applications of their mathematics, offering a unique perspective on how they tackled real-world problems. Each chapter progresses from the number system to algebra, geometry, and finally, the lasting legacy of Babylonian contributions.