How Long to Read Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics

How Long Does it Take to Read Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 30 minutes to read Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics by Jiri Hudecek

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Twentieth-century China has been caught between a desire to increase its wealth and power in line with other advanced nations, which, by implication, means copying their institutions, practices and values, whilst simultaneously seeking to preserve China’s independence and historically formed identity. Over time, Chinese philosophers, writers, artists and politicians have all sought to reconcile these goals and this book shows how this search for a Chinese way penetrated even the most central, least contested area of modernity: science. Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics is a study of the life of one of modern China’s most admired scientific figures, the mathematician Wu Wen-Tsun. Negotiating the conflict between progress and tradition, he found a path that not only ensured his political and personal survival, but which also brought him renown as a mathematician of international status who claimed that he stood outside the dominant western tradition of mathematics. Wu Wen-Tsun’s story highlights crucial developments and contradictions in twentieth -century China, the significance of which extends far beyond the field of mathematics. On one hand lies the appeal of radical scientific modernity, "mechanisation" in all its forms, and competitiveness within the international scientific community. On the other is an anxiety to preserve national traditions and make them part of the modernisation project. Moreover, Wu’s intellectual development also reflects the complex relationship between science and Maoist ideology, because his turn to history was powered by his internalisation of certain aspects of Maoist ideology, including its utilitarian philosophy of science. This book traces how Wu managed to combine political success and international scientific eminence, a story that has wider implications for a new century of increasing Chinese activity in the sciences. As such, it will be of great interest to students and scholars of Chinese history, the history of science and the history and philosophy of mathematics.

How long is Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics?

Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics by Jiri Hudecek is 210 pages long, and a total of 52,500 words.

This makes it 71% the length of the average book. It also has 64% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 46 minutes to read Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics aloud.

What Reading Level is Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics?

Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics?

Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics by Jiri Hudecek is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy Reviving Ancient Chinese Mathematics by Jiri Hudecek on Amazon click the button below.