John Wilkins, 1614-1672: An Intellectual Biography
Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket
Publisher: Berkeley And Los Angeles: University of California Press, 1969.
John Wilkins, 1614-1672: An Intellectual Biography
Edition in Near Fine condition with rubbing to the edgew in a Very Good clipped dust-jacket with edgewear.
John Wilkins is an important figure in the history of mathematics and natural philosophy. He was the first person to propose a system of philosophical mathematics, and he is also credited with the first published description of a reflecting telescope. Barbara J. Shapiroprovides a comprehensive biography of Wilkins, exploring his life and work in depth. This biography is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of science and mathematics.; 8vo; 333 pages; FSA.
Price: $40.00
