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Product Identifiers
PublisherCornell University EAST Asia Program
ISBN-101939161754
ISBN-139781939161758
eBay Product ID (ePID)237713887
Product Key Features
Number of Pages132 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameSangaku Proofs : a Japanese Mathematician at Work
SubjectHistory & Philosophy, Asia / Japan, Geometry / General
Publication Year2015
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaMathematics, History
AuthorJ. Marshall Unger
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight16 Oz
Item Length8.5 in
Item Width5.5 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
SynopsisThe geometry problems colorfully inscribed on sangaku plaques that survive in shrines and temples throughout Japan have long fascinated those who appreciate the beauty of geometric figures and enjoy challenging puzzles. Aida Yasuaki (1847-1817) was one of the most prolific originators of the wasan tradition that produced them. Instead of presenting and solving problems using modern techniques, Unger presents Aida's own solutions, transcribing his calculations into familiar mathematical notation, highlighting connections between Aida's work and both the mathematics of today and aspects of Japanese cultural history.
