EditorialRhind Mathematical Papyrus. A number of documents have survived that allow us insight into the ancient Egyptians' approach to mathematics. This papyrus is the most extensive. It is not a theoretical treatise, but a list of practical problems encountere...
EditorialMichele Papakie, chair of the Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s journalism and public relations department, at her home her in Eighty Four, Pa. on Oct. 23, 2020. (Sarah Blesener/The New York Times)
EditorialRhind Mathematical Papyrus. A number of documents have survived that allow us insight into the ancient Egyptians' approach to mathematics. This papyrus is the most extensive. It is not a theoretical treatise, but a list of practical problems encountere...
EditorialA plan of London. The Survey Atlas of England & Wales. A series of eighty-four plates of maps and plans, with descriptive text, illustrating the topography, physiography, geology, climate ... Designed by ... J.G. Bartholomew, etc. pp. 27. Edinburgh : E...
EditorialPortrait of The Great Teacher Marpa, 17th century, Tibet, Bronze inlaid with copper and silver; gold plugs, H. 7 1/2 in. (19.1 cm), Sculpture, This portrait is inscribed with the name of Marpa (1012?1097), one of the seminal figures of early Tibetan Bu...
EditorialRhind Mathematical Papyrus. A number of documents have survived that allow us insight into the ancient Egyptians' approach to mathematics. This papyrus is the most extensive. It is not a theoretical treatise, but a list of practical problems encountere...