The History of the Abacus

The History of the Abacus
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Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : LCCN:72075513
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Synopsis The History of the Abacus by : J. M. Pullan

Fibonacci’s Liber Abaci

Fibonacci’s Liber Abaci
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 736
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ISBN-10 : 9781461300793
ISBN-13 : 1461300797
Rating : 4/5 (93 Downloads)

Synopsis Fibonacci’s Liber Abaci by : Laurence Sigler

First published in 1202, Fibonacci’s Liber Abaci was one of the most important books on mathematics in the Middle Ages, introducing Arabic numerals and methods throughout Europe. This is the first translation into a modern European language, of interest not only to historians of science but also to all mathematicians and mathematics teachers interested in the origins of their methods.

The Abacus

The Abacus
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Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Total Pages : 145
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ISBN-10 : 9781466850132
ISBN-13 : 1466850132
Rating : 4/5 (32 Downloads)

Synopsis The Abacus by : Jesse Dilson

The abacus is as useful and effecient a machine today as it was when it was first created centures ago. Whether you're an expert in the latest computer technology or you're mastering arithmetic and word problems for the first time, it won't take long to learn the basics (and even the not-so-basics) of adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing on this ingenious and fun-to-use mathematical tool.

The Computer Book

The Computer Book
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Publisher : Union Square + ORM
Total Pages : 739
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ISBN-10 : 9781454926221
ISBN-13 : 1454926228
Rating : 4/5 (21 Downloads)

Synopsis The Computer Book by : Simson L Garfinkel

An illustrated journey through 250 milestones in computer science, from the ancient abacus to Boolean algebra, GPS, and social media. With 250 illustrated landmark inventions, publications, and events—encompassing everything from ancient record-keeping devices to the latest computing technologies—The Computer Book takes a chronological journey through the history and future of computer science. Two expert authors, with decades of experience working in computer research and innovation, explore topics including: the Sumerian abacus * the first spam message * Morse code * cryptography * early computers * Isaac Asimov’s laws of robotics * UNIX and early programming languages * movies * video games * mainframes * minis and micros * hacking * virtual reality * and more “What a delight! A fast trip through the computing landscape in the company of friendly tour guides who know the history.” —Harry Lewis, Gordon McKay Professor of Computer Science, Harvard University

Advanced Abacus

Advanced Abacus
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Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages : 124
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ISBN-10 : 9781462903658
ISBN-13 : 1462903657
Rating : 4/5 (58 Downloads)

Synopsis Advanced Abacus by : Takashi Kojima

This handy guide will take abacus users from beginner to master level in a very short time. Though the Japanese abacus may appear mysterious or even primitive, this intriguing tool is capable of amazing speed and accuracy. it is still widely used throughout the shop and markets of Asia and its popularity shows no sign of decline. This volume is designed for the student desiring a greater understanding of the abacus and its calculative functions. The text provides thorough explanations of the advanced operations involving negative numbers, decimals, different units of measurement, and square roots. Diagrams illustrate bead manipulation, and numerous exercises provide ample practice. Concise and easy-to-follow, this book will improve your abacus skills and help you perform calculations with greater efficiency and precision.

The Abacus and the Sword

The Abacus and the Sword
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Publisher : Univ of California Press
Total Pages : 508
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ISBN-10 : 9780520213616
ISBN-13 : 0520213610
Rating : 4/5 (16 Downloads)

Synopsis The Abacus and the Sword by : Peter Duus

"This is a major historical work that, in the field of Japanese imperialism, will set a standard for careful and comprehensive analysis. The Abacus and the Sword is the handiwork of a master historian."—Mark R. Peattie, author of Nan'yo: The Rise and Fall of the Japanese in Micronesia, 1885-1945 "This book . . . deserves a wide readership, especially among East Asia history specialists, for it represents difficult and complex scholarship at its best. . . . It is clear from an analysis of his documentation that he put solid study into the Japan-Korea relationship problem, one of the most complex in modern East Asian history—the equivalent perhaps of the English-Irish relationship in Western History. . . . This book is . . . well worth reading, not only for East Asian specialists but for anyone fascinated by the mysteries of history." Hilary Conroy, American Academy of Political Science

Abacus of Loss

Abacus of Loss
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Publisher : University of Arkansas Press
Total Pages : 124
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ISBN-10 : 9781682261989
ISBN-13 : 1682261980
Rating : 4/5 (89 Downloads)

Synopsis Abacus of Loss by : Sholeh Wolpé

"In Sholeh Wolpé's memoir in verse, the poet wields an abacus as an instrument of remembering. Bead by bead, she takes the reader on a journey of love and exile, loss and triumph"--

The Story of Computing

The Story of Computing
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Publisher : Arcturus Publishing
Total Pages : 217
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ISBN-10 : 9781788885553
ISBN-13 : 1788885554
Rating : 4/5 (53 Downloads)

Synopsis The Story of Computing by : Dermot Turing

Today computers shape every aspect of our lives. In our pockets, we carry mobile phones with computing power that was unimaginable just 50 years ago. Many industries are embracing the promises - and the risks - of artificial intelligence. The world is changing faster than ever, and computing is at the heart of technological development. Dermot Turing explores the history of this rapidly evolving technology, from the Charles Babbage and his experiments with steam powered calculators to the computerised Go champion, AlphaGo. Featuring wonderful, full-colour images which illustrate this history, The Story of Computing is the essential guide to a subject that none of us can ignore. Topics include: • The birth of the computer • Codebreaking in World War II • Innovations in hardware and software • Artificial intelligence • The internet • The challenges of cybersecurity.

Encyclopedia of Japan

Encyclopedia of Japan
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Publisher : New York : Facts on File
Total Pages : 424
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ISBN-10 : STANFORD:36105001609028
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Rating : 4/5 (28 Downloads)

Synopsis Encyclopedia of Japan by : Dorothy Perkins

Less comprehensive and more popularly written than the nine-volume Kodansha Encyclopedia of Japan ( LJ 1/84), this single-volume work is nevertheless a valuable reference source. It is extremely current, including entries on such recent topics as the Recruit political scandal and current prime minister Kaifu Toshiki. While the articles in the Kodansha Encyclopedia are written by experts in the field and provide bibliographic references with nearly all of the entries, the present work is authored entirely by Perkins, whom the publisher identifies as ``an educator specializing in Buddhism and Japanese culture,'' and has only a general bibliography at the end. For its more comprehensive treatment, especially of historical topics and traditional culture, the Kodansha remains a standard source, but for its currency and value as a ready reference tool the Perkins volume will be a useful acquisition for most libraries as well. Its single-volume format and lower cost make it an excellent acquisition for smaller libraries.-- Scott Wright, Univ. of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minn. - Library Journal.