"On the History of Gunter's Scale and the Slide Rule During the Seventeenth Century" by Florian Cajori is a detailed exploration of the development and significance of Gunter's scale and the slide rule in the context of 17th-century mathematics and engineering. Cajori meticulously examines the historical background, the mathematical principles involved, and the practical applications of these tools. His work highlights how these instruments revolutionized calculations and measurements, pav...

On the History of Gunter's Scale and the Slide Rule During the Seventeenth Century is a comprehensive historical treatise that delves into the origins, development, and significance of two of the most important mathematical instruments of the early modern period: Gunter’s scale and the slide rule. Authored by Florian Cajori, a renowned historian of mathematics, the book meticulously traces the evolution of these calculating devices from their inception in the early 1600s through their wide...

William Oughtred: A Great Seventeenth-Century Teacher of Mathematics is a comprehensive exploration of the life, work, and enduring influence of William Oughtred, one of the most significant mathematicians and educators of the seventeenth century. Authored by Florian Cajori, this detailed biography delves into Oughtred’s remarkable contributions to mathematics, particularly his innovations in mathematical notation and his invention of the slide rule, a tool that revolutionized calculation ...

This book treats of the evolution of the US dollar mark, the history and curiosities of American coinage.The United States dollar, adopted in 1785, was avowedly modelled on the average weight of the Spanish dollar coins in circulation. Thomas Jefferson speaks of the dollar as "a known coin, and the most familiar of all to the minds of the people." No United States dollars were actually coined before the year 1794. We proceed to unfold our data and to show the evolution of the dolla...

This classic study notes the first appearance of a mathematical symbol and its origin, the competition it encountered, its spread among writers in different countries, its rise to popularity, its eventual decline or ultimate survival. The author's coverage of obsolete notations — and what we can learn from them — is as comprehensive as those which have survived and still enjoy favor. Originally published in 1929 in a two-volume edition, this monumental work is presented here in one volume....

"A splendid edition: it incorporates the most recent modern scholarship ... and it does so within a compass and format that is both readable and usable." - Around the GlobeMacbeth is one of Shakespeare's most performed and studied tragedies. This Arden Shakespeare Third Series edition offers students detailed on-page commentary notes highlighting meaning and theatrical ideas and themes, as well as an illustrated, lengthy introduction setting the p...

First published in 1875. According to the preface: "The principal aim of the Author has been to produce a History of Prince Edward Island, which might claim some degree of merit as to conciseness, accuracy, and impartiality, from the period it became a British possession until its recent union with the other confederated provinces of British North America."

This Arden edition of Hamlet, arguably Shakespeare's greatest tragedy, presents an authoritative, modernized text based on the Second Quarto text with a new introductory essay covering key productions and criticism in the decade since its first publication. A timely up-date in the 400th anniversary year of Shakespeare's death which will ensure the Arden edition continues to offer students a comprehensive and current critical account of the play, alongside the most reliable and ful...

It was necessary that a considerable portion of the work should deal with the Land Question. To its consideration the came in comparative ignorance of the entire subject, and therefore unprejudiced by ideas and associations of which it might be impossible for a native of the island entirely to divest himself. The soundness of the conclusions arrived at may be questioned; but it can be truly said that they have not been reached without deliberate consideration, and an anxious desire to arri...

For this updated edition of Shakespeare's most celebrated war play, Professor Gurr has added a new section to his introduction which considers recent critical and stage interpretations, especially concentrating on the 'secret' versus 'official' readings of the play. He analyses the play's double vision of Henry as both military hero and self-seeking individual. Professor Gurr shows how the patriotic declarations of the Chorus are contradicted by the play's action. The play's more controver...

When you learn about the money of the United States of America, you learn the story of how our nation came to be...and catch a glimpse of where it's headed. This is a book for everyone who loves the drama, romance, and exciting twists and turns of American history - from the preEuropean days of beaver-pelt money to today's world of gold bullion and Presidential dollars. (Includes many photographs from the Smithsonian's National Numismatic Collection.)

The Arden Shakespeare is the established edition of Shakespeare's work. Justly celebrated for its authoritative scholarship and invaluable commentary, Arden editions guide you to a richer understanding and appreciation of Shakespeare's plays. This edition of A Midsummer Night's Dream provides a clear and authoritative text, detailed notes and commentary on the same page as the text and a full introduction discussing the critical and historical background to the play. The editor br...