Author: ENGQUIST, BJöRN & WILFRIED SCHMID (EDITORS)
Title: Mathematics Unlimited - 2001 and Beyond
Description: Berlin, Etc.: Springer-Verlag, 2001. First Edition. Original decorated boards. ISBN: 3540669132. Light wear & light soiling to spine, covers & corners. ; "Mathematics Unlimited - 2001 and Beyond" is a comprehensive anthology that showcases the breadth and depth of modern mathematical research as it stood at the turn of the millennium. Edited by Björn Engquist and Wilfried Schmid, the book compiles essays from numerous distinguished mathematicians, offering insights into both established theories and emerging fields. The collection is designed to project the future directions of mathematical inquiry, emphasizing areas poised for significant advancement and transformation in the 21st century. The book covers a vast array of topics across all major areas of mathematics, including algebra, calculus, geometry, and applied mathematics. Each essay serves as both a review of existing knowledge and a forecast of research trends. Key themes include the intersection of mathematics with computer science, the increasing importance of algorithms in mathematical research, and novel applications of mathematical models in the natural and social sciences. "Mathematics Unlimited - 2001 and Beyond" excels in making complex ideas accessible to a broad audience, including researchers, educators, and students. It also serves as a motivational tool, highlighting challenges and opportunities within the mathematical sciences. This collection is an invaluable resource, encapsulating the state of mathematics at the millennium and offering visions for its development in the decades to come. ; Quarto; xvi, 1237 pages. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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