Miscellanea Curiosa Mathematica Or The Literary Correspondence Of Some Eminent Mathematicians In Great Britain Ireland

Originally published in 1707, this collection of letters and essays offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of British mathematicians in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. From discussions of trigonometry and calculus to musings on the philosophy of mathematics, it is a rich and diverse collection that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of science. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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