The Theory of Sets of Points (Cambridge Library Collection - Mathematics)

Young, William

ISBN 10: 1108005306 / ISBN 13: 9781108005302

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2009

About this Item

An introduction from 1906 to a then new and continuously developing branch of mathematical science. Series: Cambridge Library Collection - Mathematics. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 430. . 2009. 1st Edition. paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Theory of Sets of Points (Cambridge Library Collection - Mathematics)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1108005306
• ISBN 13: 9781108005302
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The theory of sets, described in the preface to this book as 'Georg Cantor's magnificent theory' was first developed in the 1870s, and was recognised as one of the most important new branches of mathematical science. W. H. Young and his wife Grace Chisholm Young wrote this book, published in 1906, as a 'simple presentation'; but they warn that it is effectively a work in progress: the writing 'has necessarily involved attempts to extend the frontier of existing knowledge, and to fill in gaps which broke the connexion between isolated parts of the subject.' The Young's were a dynamic force in mathematical research: William had been Grace's tutor at Girton College; she was subsequently the first woman to be awarded a Ph. D by the University of Göttingen. Cantor himself said of the book: 'It is a pleasure for me to see with what diligence, skill and success you have worked.'

Book Description

The theory of sets, first developed in the 1870s, was recognised as one of the most important new branches of mathematical science. This introduction to the subject, published in 1906, as a 'simple presentation'; was acknowledged by the authors as effectively a work in progress on a continuously advancing subject.