Mathematical Thought From Ancient to Modern Times, Volume I [Paperback]

I have always had great regard for this book as the one which relates the development of modern mathematical ideas in a readable fashion. --Michael F. O'Reilly, University of Minnesota in Morris

Outstanding scholarship and readability. One of only a couple of books available in English for in-depth historical studies at the fourth year/graduate level. --Charles V. Jones,Ball State University

The consistently high quality of presentation, the accuracy, the readable style, and the stress on the conceptual development of mathematics make [these volumes] a most desirable reference. --Choice

Without a doubt a book which should be in the library of every institution where mathematics is either taught or played. --The Economist

What must be the definitive history of mathematical thought....Probably the most comprehensive account of mathematical history we have yet had. --Saturday Review

Morris Klineis Professor of Mathematics, Emeritus, at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York University, where he directed the Division of Electromagnetic Research for twenty years.