|  By Subject > Science and Mathematics > Mathematics > Logic > 2 > Foundations and Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics| Foundations and Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics | | Author: | Howard Eves
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Third edition of popular undergraduate-level text offers overview of historical roots and evolution of several areas of mathematics. Topics include mathematics before Euclid, Euclid's Elements, non-Euclidean geometry, algebraic structure, formal axiomatics, sets, and more. Emphasis on axiomatic procedures. Problems. Solution Suggestions for Selected Problems. Bibliography.
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