From the Ishango Bone of central Africa and the Inca quipu of South America to the dawn of modern mathermatics, The Crest of the Peacock makes it clear that human beings everywhere have been capable o
This book traces the first faltering steps taken in the mathematical theorization of infinity which marks the emergence of modern mathematics. It analyzes the part played by Indian mathematics through
In studying the history of Indian mathematics, says Joseph, it is important that any claim to Indian originality should be scrutinized from both local and global perspectives. He begins with histor
Indian Mathematics gives a unique insight into the history of mathematics within a historical global context. It builds on research into the connection between mathematics and the world-wide advanceme
