Excursions in number theory. (Record no. 623481)
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| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER | |
| International Standard Book Number | 0486257789 |
| 037 ## - SOURCE OF ACQUISITION | |
| Terms of availability | Textual |
| 040 ## - CATALOGING SOURCE | |
| Original cataloging agency | RTL |
| Transcribing agency | RTL |
| Language of cataloging | eng |
| 041 ## - LANGUAGE CODE | |
| Source of code | eng |
| Language code of text/sound track or separate title | eng |
| 084 ## - COLON CLASSIFICATION NUMBER | |
| Classification number | B13 K6/SC |
| Assigning agency | RTL |
| 100 ## - MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME | |
| Personal name | Ogilvy, C. Stanley |
| 9 (RLIN) | 316844 |
| 245 #0 - TITLE STATEMENT | |
| Title | Excursions in number theory. |
| 260 ## - PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC. | |
| Place of publication, distribution, etc. | New York |
| Name of publisher, distributor, etc. | Dover Publications |
| Date of publication, distribution, etc. | 1966 |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION | |
| Extent | 168 p. |
| Dimensions | cm. |
| Other physical details | Includes index |
| 520 ## - SUMMARY, ETC. | |
| Summary, etc. | "A splendidly written, well selected and presented collection &; I recommend the book unreservedly to all readers, in or out of professional mathematics, who like to 'follow the gleam' of numbers." &; Martin Gardner.The theory of numbers is an ancient and fascinating branch of mathematics that plays an important role in modern computer theory. It is also a popular topic among amateur mathematicians (who have made many contributions to the field) because of its accessibility: it does not require advanced knowledge of higher mathematics.This delightful volume, by two well-known mathematicians, invited readers to join a challenging expedition into the mystery and magic of number theory. No special training is needed &; just high school mathematics, a fondness for figures, and an inquisitive mind. Such a person will soon be absorbed and intrigued by the ideas and problems presented here.Beginning with familiar notions, the authors skillfully yet painlessly transport the reader to higher realms of mathematics, developing the necessary concepts along the way, so that complex subjects can be more easily understood. Included are thorough discussions of prime numbers, number patterns, irrationals and iterations, and calculating prodigies, among other topics.Much of the material presented is not to be found in other popular treatments of number theory. Moreover, there are many important proofs (presented with simple and elegant explanations) often lacking in similar volumes. In sum, Excursions in Number Theory offers a splendid compromise between highly technical treatments inaccessible to lay readers and popular books with too little substance. Its stimulating and challenging presentation of significant aspects of number theory may be read lightly for enjoyment or studied closely for an exhilarating mental challenge.<br/> |
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| Topical term or geographic name entry element | Mathematics- Number Theory |
| 9 (RLIN) | 813192 |
| 700 ## - ADDED ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME | |
| Personal name | Anderson, John T. |
| 9 (RLIN) | 316845 |
| Relator term | Co-author |
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| Classification part | B13 K6/SC |
| Koha item type | Reference |
| Source of classification or shelving scheme | Colon Classification (CC) |
| Suppress in OPAC | No |
| Withdrawn status | Lost status | Source of classification or shelving scheme | Damaged status | Not for loan | Home library | Current library | Date acquired | Total Checkouts | Full call number | Barcode | Date last seen | Price effective from | Koha item type |
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| Colon Classification (CC) | Ratan Tata Library | Ratan Tata Library | 2022-09-26 | B13 K6/SC | RT1149149 | 2022-09-26 | 2022-09-26 | Reference |