Description: "An easy-to-read, systematic and chronological presentation of history of mathematics that allows one to better appreciate the gradual development of the subject Requires no prior knowledge of mathematics and is meant for the non-specialist reader interested in general mathematics literature Informative, yet informal presentation Provides insights into some of the classic problems, issues and paradoxes that illuminate mathematics at a level appropriate for secondary school Provides suggestions for further reading and mentions books and films about mathematicians"--
