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Beginning each chapter with a general historical overview of the civilized area, the author highlights the civilization’s mathematical techniques, number representations, accomplishments, challenges, and contributions to the mathematical world. Thoroughly class-tested, \u003ci\u003eAn Introduction to the Early Development of Mathematics \u003c\/i\u003efeatures:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eChallenging exercises that lead readers to a deeper understanding of mathematics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNumerous relevant examples and problem sets with detailed explanations of the processes and solutions at the end of each chapter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdditional references on specific topics and keywords from history, archeology, religion, culture, and mathematics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExamples of practical applications with step-by-step explanations of the mathematical concepts and equations through the lens of early mathematical problems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA companion website that includes additional exercises\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn Introduction to the Early Development of Mathematics \u003c\/i\u003eis an ideal textbook for undergraduate courses on the history of mathematics and a supplement for elementary and secondary education majors. The book is also an appropriate reference for professional and trade audiences interested in the history of mathematics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMichael K. J. Goodman \u003c\/b\u003eis Adjunct Mathematics Instructor at Westchester Community College, where he teaches courses in the history of mathematics, contemporary mathematics, and algebra. He is also the owner and operator of The Learning Miracle, LLC, which provides academic tutoring and test preparation for both college and high school students.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Introduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Mathematical Anthropology 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Ancient Egyptian Mathematics 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnswers to Problems 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Ancient Chinese Mathematics 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnswers to Problems 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Babylonian Mathematics 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnswers to Problems 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Mathematical Archeology 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Classical Greek Mathematics 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnswers to Problems 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Early Hindu Mathematics 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnswers to Problems 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Early Arabian Mathematics 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnswers to Problems 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: Suggestions for Exercises 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: a Theory About Base 60 in Babylonia 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther Reading 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecommended Websites and Videos 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMichael K. J. Goodman,\u003c\/b\u003e is Adjunct Mathematics Instructor at Westchester Community College, where he teaches courses in areas such as the history of mathematics, contemporary mathematics, and algebra. He is also the owner and operator of The Learning Miracle, LLC, which provides academic tutoring and test preparation for both college and high school students.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn easy-to-read presentation of the early history of mathematics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEngaging and accessible,\u003ci\u003e An Introduction to the Early Development of Mathematics \u003c\/i\u003eprovides a captivating introduction to the history of ancient mathematics in early civilizations for a nontechnical audience. 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