The Romance of Mathematics by P. H. Ditchfield
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| Author | Ditchfield, P. H. (Peter Hampson), 1854-1930 |
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| Title |
The Romance of Mathematics Being the Original Researches of a Lady Professor of Girtham College in Polemical Science, with some Account of the Social Properties of a Conic; Equations to Brain Waves; Social Forces; and the Laws of Political Motion. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Romance of Mathematics" by P. H. Ditchfield is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work explores original mathematical theories and their social applications, particularly through the lens of a fictional Lady Professor from Girtham College. The book delves into topics such as the social properties of geometrical figures, the application of mathematics to politics, and the impact of mathematical principles on social dynamics. The opening of the text introduces the reader to the framework of the book, revealing that the Lady Professor's lectures and essays were discovered in a well-worn desk and promising an exploration of her groundbreaking thoughts. The introduction discusses her qualifications and the potential societal implications of her mathematical insights, suggesting that principles governing mathematics also apply to social structures. Ditchfield sets the stage for a thoughtful analysis of how various mathematical concepts relate to political science and social behaviors, particularly emphasizing the importance of women’s contributions to academia and progress. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Women -- Education -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Satire, English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26481 |
| Release Date | Aug 29, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 336 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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