4 Vol Set: The World of Mathematics James Newman 1956 SC

Item Details:

• Title: The World of Mathematics
• Author: James R. Newman
• Publisher: Simon and Schuster
• Copyright: 1956
• Edition: Unstated

Condition:

• The books are in good condition overall, with tight bindings and clean interiors.
• The spines are creased and the covers are soiled, showing some shelf - wear.
• The text blocks have light stains, and the top edge of the text block in Volume 2 is foxed.
• Volumes 1 and 3 have markings from the previous owner on the fore - edge of the text block, and the cover of Volume 3 is stained.

These four volumes of The World of Mathematics are great for anyone interested in math history. You can read them cover - to - cover to explore different math concepts or use them as a reference. When handling the books, be gentle because the spines are creased and the covers are soiled. Keep them away from moisture to prevent further staining. Store them on a flat and stable shelf to avoid more shelf - wear. And if you don't want the markings from the previous owner to distract you, you can use a light eraser or a book cleaning product carefully. Enjoy your journey into the world of mathematics with these volumes!