Monthly Archives: November 2011

Mathematics in the Late 19th Century

Posted on November 16, 2011 by

The 19th century saw an explosion of applied mathematics as the industrial revolution took hold throughout Europe.  An example of this is the development of the École Polytechnique in Paris.  Galois had actually applied to the École Polytechnique in 1828, but … Continue reading →

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Mathematics in the Early 19th Century

Posted on November 15, 2011 by

C. F. Gauss Carl Friedrich Gauss (1777-1855) was a German mathematician whose talents were comparable to those of Euler.  Much of Gauss’ reputation was based on his monumental 1801 work called Disquisitiones Arithmeticae.  This book was a combination of original … Continue reading →

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Swiss Mathematicians of the 18th Century

Posted on November 3, 2011 by

Leonhard Euler (1707-1783, pronounced Oiler) is recognized as being one of the greatest mathematicians who ever lived.  But, as is true in many fields (not just mathematics), Euler had the benefit of working closely with other talented mathematicians and was … Continue reading →

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