11/05/2007. Course guidebook. Zero to Infinity: a history of numbers. Edward Burger.
Summary:
Numbers are all around. They mark days, light nights, foretell the weather, and keep humans on course. They drive commerce and sustain civilization. But what are they? This course will not only give viewers the full and detailed story of how and why numbers are important; it will also introduce their enduring mystery. Professor Edward B. Burger's approach is accessible and stimulating. Think math is just problems and formulas? Prepare to be amazed.
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