An Essay on the Usefulness of Mathematical Learning: In a Letter From a Gentleman in the City, to His Friend at Oxford (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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But, notwithfianding their Excellency and Re putation, they have not been taught nor fiudy'd lo univerfally, as fome of the reft; whichi take to have proceed from the following Caufes The Aver/ion of the greatqfl Part of Mankind to ferions Attention, and clay} arguing, Their not comprehending fuficientty the Neccfit), or great efficine/f, cf the]? In other Parts of Learning An Opinion that this Study requires a particular Genius and Turn of Head, which flow are fit happy as to he horn uithz, And the ivant of public Encouragement, and able Aiajiers. For thefe, and perhaps fome other Reafons, this Study hath been generally neglected, and regarded only by fome few Perfons, whofe happy Genius and Cu riofity have prompted them to it, or who have been forced upon it by its immediate Subferviency to fome particular Art or Office.
Therefore I think I cannot do better Service to Learning, Youth, and the Nation in general, than by Ihewing, That the Mathematics, of all Parts of human Knowt'cge, for the Improvement of the Mind, for their suh/ereicncy to other Arts, and their lz/cful nefi to the Commonwealth, dcfirve mofi to he encou raged. I know a Difcourfe of this Nature will be offenfive to fome, who, while they are ignorant of Mathematics, yet think themfelves Matters of all valuable Learning: But their Difpleafure mufi not deter me from delivering an ufeful Truth.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. The many advantages and uses for mathematics throughout human history are described by the author in this meticulously researched text. The book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to learn more about mathematical history and applications. The author begins by describing the applications mathematics has found in the field of philosophy and the many different sciences. They then go on to describe the mathematics that had been discovered by the time of the author and how those discoveries are still applicable today. The author talks about the use of mathematics in engineering and military tactics, especially taking into account the advent of gunpowder. The book goes on to describe mathematics's essential role in navigation and shipbuilding, both of which have been crucial to the advancement of civilizations and trade. Concluding with some thoughts on providing mathematical education, this book provides an in-depth look at the many uses of mathematics throughout history and offers ideas on how to continue moving the field forward. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332951284_0
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