Cursus mathematicus, sive Absoluta omnium mathematicarum disciplinarum encyclopaedia
2011
Kaspar Schott's Encyclopedia of Mathematics
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Eberhard Knobloch
Primary Institution: Technische Universität Berlin
Conclusion
Kaspar Schott's 'Cursus mathematicus' was a comprehensive and successful introduction to various mathematical disciplines.
Supporting Evidence
- Schott's work included 28 books covering 22 mathematical disciplines.
- He aimed to make mathematics understandable for beginners.
- His book was published multiple times due to its popularity.
Takeaway
A long time ago, a smart man named Kaspar Schott wrote a big book to help people learn math better, and many liked it so much that they wanted to read it again.
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