Ludic Proof: Greek Mathematics and the Alexandrian Aesthetic

Description: Ludic Proof: Greek Mathematics and the Alexandrian Aesthetic [Hardcover] Netz, Reviel Product Overview This book represents a new departure in science studies: an analysis of a scientific style of writing, situating it within the context of the contemporary style of literature. Its philosophical significance is that it provides a novel way of making sense of the notion of a scientific style. For the first time, the Hellenistic mathematical corpus - one of the most substantial extant for the period - is placed centre-stage in the discussion of Hellenistic culture as a whole. Professor Netz argues that Hellenistic mathematical writings adopt a narrative strategy based on surprise, a compositional form based on a mosaic of apparently unrelated elements, and a carnivalesque profusion of detail. He further investigates how such stylistic preferences derive from, and throw light on, the style of Hellenistic poetry. This important book will be welcomed by all scholars of Hellenistic civilization as well as historians of ancient science and Western mathematics. Read more Details Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cambridge University Press; 1st edition (May 29, 2009) Language ‏ : ‎ English Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 272 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0521898943 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 42 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.25 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 0.5 x 9.25 inches Best Sellers Rank: #8,508,569 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #10,190 in Ancient Greek & Roman Philosophy #77,848 in Professional #96,280 in Mathematics (Books) #10,190 in Ancient Greek & Roman Philosophy #77,848 in Professional We have been selling used books since 2012, and we've learned that the most important thing is doing good business. Honesty is our policy. Free Shipping We ship worldwide. We have multiple warehouses around the world, so please note the extended handling time on certain listings.

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