Comment Re:Try history to gain an understanding of why. (Score 1) 489
I also highly recommend "A History of Mathematics" if you can find a copy. It was published in 1968.
The book provides problems that help illustrate the topic(s) covered in each chapter. Very helpful for real understanding. The target audience is entry level college, but written so anyone with an interest can readily understand the material.
Another good book on mathematical history is "Mathematical Thought From Ancient to Modern Times" by Morris Kline ( 3 volumes from Oxford University Press, 1972)
The book provides problems that help illustrate the topic(s) covered in each chapter. Very helpful for real understanding. The target audience is entry level college, but written so anyone with an interest can readily understand the material.
Another good book on mathematical history is "Mathematical Thought From Ancient to Modern Times" by Morris Kline ( 3 volumes from Oxford University Press, 1972)
