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Counting pebbles to writing code : a timeline of mathematics and computers.

Williams, Brian, (author.). World Book, Inc., (publisher.).

Summary:

"Charts the milestones in the history of mathematics and computer science in a narrative timeline format. Features: glossary, additional resources, and index"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780716635413
  • ISBN: 0716635410
  • Physical Description: 40 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm.
  • Publisher: Chicago : World Book, a Scott Fetzer Company, [2016]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (page 39) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Introduction: Mathematics through the ages -- Ancient world mathematics -- Mathematics goes to work -- Studying mathematics -- Renaissance mathematics -- The mathematics revolution -- Mathematics and machines -- Early electronic computers -- Computers everywhere.
Target Audience Note:
Ages 5-11.
Subject:
Mathematics > History > Juvenile literature.
Computers > History > Juvenile literature.
Mathematics > History.
Computers > History.
Genre:
Literature.

Available copies

  • 4 of 4 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Onslow County Public Library.

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Jacksonville Main Library J510.9 WIL (Text) 36015000773644 Juvenile New Nonfiction Available -