A History Of Elementary Mathematics With Hints On Methods Of Teaching (1917)

A History of Elementary Mathematics with Hints on Methods of Teaching is a book written by Florian Cajori in 1917. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of elementary mathematics, covering topics such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Cajori also offers insights and suggestions on how to effectively teach these subjects to students. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific area of mathematics. Cajori starts by discussing the history of arithmetic, including the development of numbers and counting systems. He then moves on to algebra, covering topics such as equations, polynomials, and logarithms. In the geometry section, Cajori delves into the history of Euclidean geometry and its various postulates and theorems. He also discusses non-Euclidean geometries and their significance. The final section of the book covers trigonometry, including its origins and applications.Throughout the book, Cajori provides numerous examples and illustrations to help readers understand the concepts and theories discussed. He also includes biographical sketches of notable mathematicians and educators, providing insight into their contributions to the field of mathematics.Overall, A History of Elementary Mathematics with Hints on Methods of Teaching is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mathematics and effective teaching methods for elementary mathematics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.