Sources and Studies in the History of Mathematics and Physic: Most Honourable Remembrance: The Life and Work of Thomas Bayes (Paperback)

Thomas Bayes (1702 - 1761) was an English clergyman and mathematician. Until a... Thomas Bayes (1702 - 1761) was an English clergyman and mathematician. Until around 1950 he was considered a minor contributor to the history of mathematics and if he was known at all it was because his name was attached to a simple theorem in the... more

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Edsger Wybe Dijkstra (1930-2002) was one of the most influential researchers i... Edsger Wybe Dijkstra (1930-2002) was one of the most influential researchers in the history of computer science making fundamental contributions to both the theory and practice of computing. Early in his career he proposed the single-source shortest... more

Johnny Depp has brought to life some of the most challenging quirky and compel... Johnny Depp has brought to life some of the most challenging quirky and compelling characters in Hollywood history. This biographical study invites fans and critics alike to take a close look at the person behind the movie star. CONDITION – USED:... more