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The nothing that is : a natural history of zero

by Robert Kaplan

This work explores the history and conceptual significance of zero in mathematics and human thought. It traces the symbol's evolution from ancient civilisations to the modern era, examining its role in recursive abstraction and our understanding of the universe.

Accession 30164 ISBN 0713992840 Publisher Allen Lane
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