The astonishing variety and beauty of mathematical elements in stamp design is brought to life in this collection of more than 350 stamps, each reproduced in enlarged format, in full color. With simple explantory text to accompany each stamp, the book makes the perfect gift for students, teachers, and anyone interested in the fascinating world of stamps, and mathematics.
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The astonishing variety and beauty of mathematical elements in stamp design is brought to life in this collection of more than 350 stamps, each reproduced in enlarged format, in full color. With simple explantory text to accompany each stamp, the book makes the perfect gift for students, teachers, and anyone interested in the fascinating world of stamps, and mathematics.
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Add this copy of Stamping Through Mathematics to cart. $6.91, very good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Atlanta rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Austell, GA, UNITED STATES, published 2001 by Springer.
Add this copy of Stamping Through Mathematics to cart. $23.00, very good condition, Sold by Hourglass Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Vancouver, BC, CANADA, published 2001 by Springer.
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Very Good. No Jacket as Issued. Book Complete number line from 1 to 9; some edge wear to boards; institutional stamp on front end paper, half-title page and partially on fore edge; otherwise a solid, clean copy with no marking or underlining; illustrated with color reproductions of mathematics related stamps.
Add this copy of Stamping Through Mathematics to cart. $23.95, like new condition, Sold by Kulturas books west rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Los Angeles, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2001 by Springer-Verlag.
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Fine. 0387989498. Hardcover in glossy pictorial boards. No dust jacket, as issued. First printing of first edition. Book is in fine, As New, gift-giving condition. Crisp and clean, with tight binding and sharp corners. Vivid color plates throughout of stamps organized by various criteria: subject matter, era, country, theory. Small 4to. 126 pp. Including index.
Add this copy of Stamping Through Mathematics to cart. $24.97, like new condition, Sold by Literary Cat Books rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Machynlleth, Powys, WALES, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2001 by Springer.
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Fine with no dust jacket. 0387989498. With coloured frontispiece & plates. Light shelfwear.; "Stamping Through Mathematics" by Robin J. Wilson is a unique and visually engaging book that traces the history of mathematics through postage stamps. Each stamp featured in the book represents a significant mathematical concept or figure, offering a novel perspective on the discipline's development across different cultures and epochs. Wilson meticulously selects stamps from around the world that illustrate key milestones in mathematical history, from ancient numerals to modern equations, and from famous mathematicians like Euclid and Newton to lesser-known contributors. The book is not only a collection of images but also includes insightful commentary on the mathematical achievements each stamp commemorates. This approach makes "Stamping Through Mathematics" an educational journey through the timeline of mathematics, accessible to readers of all backgrounds. Whether you're a stamp collector, a math enthusiast, or simply curious about cultural history, Wilson's book offers a delightful intersection of philately and mathematics, showcasing how these tiny pieces of art beautifully capture the vast world of mathematical thought.; Quarto; viii, 126 pages.
