The Mathematical Work of John Wallis, D.D., F.R.S., (1616-1703)
Author | : Joseph Frederick Scott |
Publisher | : Courier Corporation |
Total Pages | : 276 |
Release | : 1981 |
ISBN-10 | : 0828403147 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780828403146 |
Rating | : 4/5 (146 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Mathematical Work of John Wallis, D.D., F.R.S., (1616-1703) written by Joseph Frederick Scott and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1981 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wallis was one of the most original mathematicians of the seventeenth century and he left his mark on mathematics in many ways. He introduced arithmetical limits into mathematics (his famous infinite-product expression for $\pi$ is an example). This book presents his work.