This encyclopedia aims to recover our mathematical heritage, examining the history and philosophy of the mathematical sciences in a cultural context, and tracing their evolution from ancient times to the 20th century.
The second edition of the widely acclaimed Encyclopedic Dictionary of Mathematics was published in 1987 and is now available in paperback. It includes 70 new articles, particularly in applied mathematics, expanded explanations and appendices, coverage of recent work, and reorganization of older topics.