Emergence of Greek Mathematics, The

Synopsis
Euclid’s ‘Elements’ is one of the world’s most reprinted books. How did it come about and why does it remain a classic textbook? Examines the 13 books in detail starting with the idea of proof.
Series
Topics in the History of Mathematics, Course Ma290
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 25 min.
Year of production
1988
Availability
Out of distribution; 2000 sale: £145.00 (+VAT +p&p)
Notes
Reviewed in ‘Science Books and Films’, Vol 27, No 6 (1991), p183.
Subjects
Mathematics
Keywords
Euclid; geometry; history of mathematics; history of science

Credits

Producer
Andrew Barker

Distribution Formats

Type
DVD
Format
PAL
Price
£34.99
Availability
Sale
Duration/Size
24 minutes
Year
2012

Production Company

Name

BBC Open University Productions

Distributor

Name

Canny Store

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Phone
01789 207440
Address
The Mansley Centre
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Stratford upon Avon
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Name

Open University Worldwide

Web
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Phone
+44 (0) 1908 274066
Address
Walton Hall
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