Much of modern algebra has its roots in the solvability of equations by radicals. This look at the history of algebra follows a paper trail from the Renaissance solution of the cubic equation to Galois' description of his ideas. All important concepts are placed in their historical context.
- ISBN13 9781118552025
- Publish Date 30 September 2013 (first published 11 December 1996)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Edition 2nd Revised edition
- Format eBook
- Pages 464
- Language English
- URL http://wiley.com