MATHEMATICS AND SOCIETY_C

Print length: 354 pages
Language: English
Publisher: Oxford Univ Pr
Publication date: 1 March 2022

Name: MATHEMATICS AND SOCIETY_C
SKU: 9788194831600
Availability: InStock

SKU: 9788194831600

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Discover the rich, regional mathematics traditions of Southern India in “Mathematics and Society_C.” This compelling book challenges the conventional history of Indian mathematics by highlighting the crucial roles of village accountants and school teachers. Explore fascinating, previously overlooked historical sources that reveal mathematics in action within precolonial Tamil society – from the workplace to the village square. The author meticulously examines how these vibrant local practices interacted with and were transformed by colonial revenue administration. “Mathematics and Society_C” offers a unique and insightful social history of mathematics in India, perfect for anyone interested in the intersection of numbers and culture. Find this essential read at The Bookish Owl.

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