An Introduction to Algebra,being the first part of a course of mathematics adapted to the method of instruction in the American colleges.

Day, Jeremiah

Published by New-Haven: Howe & Deforest, 1814. Two folding plates. First edition of the first algebra book written by an American; it went into very many editions in the first half of the nineteenth century. Day was Professor of Mathematics and (later 1817-47) President of Yale College., 1814

First edition. Full leather, red leather label with gilt lettering. Very good condition. Small piece missing from spine lable, affecting one letter. Aside from light damp-staining to the top of the last few pages and the two plates, a very clean and tight copy of an important American mathematics book. Seller Inventory # 1608

Bibliographic Details

Title: An Introduction to Algebra,being the first ...
Publisher: New-Haven: Howe & Deforest, 1814. Two folding plates. First edition of the first algebra book written by an American; it went into very many editions in the first half of the nineteenth century. Day was Professor of Mathematics and (later 1817-47) President of Yale College.
Publication Date: 1814
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very good
Edition: 1st Edition