Encyclopedic Dictionary of Mathematics: The Mathematical Society of Japan (2 Vol. Set)

When the first edition of the Encyclopedic Dictionary of Mathematics appeared in 1977, it was immediately hailed as a landmark contribution to mathematics: "The standard reference for anyone who wants to get acquainted with any part of the mathematics of our time" (Jean Dieudonné, American Mathematical Monthly). 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. Vol 1: A-e -- Vol 2: F-n -- Vol 3: O-z -- Vol 4: Appendices And Indexes. By The Mathematical Society Of Japan ; Edited By Kiyosi Itô. Translation Of The 3rd Japanese Ed. Of: Iwanami Sūgaku Jiten. Includes Bibliographies And Indexes. V.1. A.N. v.2. O.Z. Apendices and indexes