
The Ciphers Of The Monks: A Forgotten Number-notation Of The Middle Ages
von
David A. King
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Science & Technology
Format
Gebundene Ausgabe
Seiten
506
Sprache
Englisch
Veröffentlicht
Jan 1, 2001
Verlag
F. Steiner
ISBN-10
3515076409
ISBN-13
9783515076401
Beschreibung
This work delves into the intriguing world of medieval number notation, revealing a forgotten system used by monks during a transformative era in history. David A. King meticulously unravels the complexities of these ancient ciphers, providing insights into how they facilitated the communication of mathematical ideas long before modern notation became standardized. Through careful analysis and extensive research, he brings to light the significance of these ciphers in the context of the intellectual culture of the Middle Ages.
Richly detailed and thoroughly referenced, the text not only uncovers the technical aspects of these numerical systems but also weaves a narrative around the lives of the monks who employed them. King invites readers to explore how this unique notation shaped the transmission of knowledge and influences our understanding of scholarly practices of the time. This deep dive into medieval numerals is both a scholarly contribution and an engaging exploration, making it a valuable resource for historians and mathematics enthusiasts alike.
Richly detailed and thoroughly referenced, the text not only uncovers the technical aspects of these numerical systems but also weaves a narrative around the lives of the monks who employed them. King invites readers to explore how this unique notation shaped the transmission of knowledge and influences our understanding of scholarly practices of the time. This deep dive into medieval numerals is both a scholarly contribution and an engaging exploration, making it a valuable resource for historians and mathematics enthusiasts alike.
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