Mathematics of the Incas

Mathematics of the Incas
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Publisher : Courier Corporation
Total Pages : 180
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ISBN-10 : 9780486152707
ISBN-13 : 0486152707
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Book Synopsis Mathematics of the Incas by : Marcia Ascher

Download or read book Mathematics of the Incas 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. 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.


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