Mathematics of the Incas
Download or Read eBook Mathematics of the Incas PDF written by Marcia Ascher and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2013-01-02 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Marcia Ascher |
| Publisher | : Courier Corporation |
| Total Pages | : 180 |
| Release | : 2013-01-02 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780486152707 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0486152707 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (07 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Mathematics of the Incas by : Marcia Ascher
Book excerpt: Unique, thought-provoking study discusses quipu, an accounting system employing knotted, colored cords, used by Incas. Cultural context, mathematics involved, and even how to make a quipu. Over 125 illustrations.
