Mastering the History of Pure and Applied Mathematics: Essays in Honor of Jesper Lützen

Mastering the History of Pure and Applied Mathematics: Essays in Honor of Jesper Lützen (De Gruyter Proceedings in Mathematics)
Author: Toke Knudsen (Editor), Jessica Carter (Editor)
Publisher: De Gruyter
Edition: 1st
Publication Date: 2024-06-04
Language: English
Print Length: 278 pages
ISBN-10: 3110769905
ISBN-13: 9783110769906
Book Description

The present collection of essays are published in honor of the distinguished historian of mathematics Professor Emeritus Jesper Lützen. In a career that spans more than four decades, Professor Lützen's scholarly contributions have enhanced our understanding of the history, development, and organization of mathematics. The essays cover a broad range of areas connected to Professor Lützen's work. In addition to this noteworthy scholarship, Professor Lützen has always been an exemplary colleague, providing support to peers as well as new faculty and graduate students. We dedicate this Festschrift to Professor Lützen―as a scholarly role model, mentor, colleague, and friend.