The Art of More: How Mathematics Created Civilization

 From tax calculation to mathematical analysis, from architectural calculations to orbiting satellites, mathematics has always shaped the development of humanity, from ancient kingdoms to the present day. But how has this development proceeded? How many great minds have devoted their lives to mathematics? How exactly did mathematics and achievements of geniuses from the past enable banks to build up their capital and military leaders to win battles and entire wars? Michael Brooks acts as the readers’ guide on a fascinating journey in the history of this captivating science.

Michael Brooks. The Art of More: How Mathematics Created Civilization / Translated from English by Zaur Mamedyarov; Scientific Editor Konstantin Knop; Editor Maxim Cherepovsky. - M.: CORPUS, 2024.