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Book SynopsisTrade Review"One of Choice's Outstanding Academic Titles for 2016"
"Imhausen's book is a superb introduction into the field of mathematics in ancient Egypt. She has an incredible mastery of the source material and writes it in an objective way. . . . A fascinating introduction to Egyptian mathematics . . . and I would recommend it to anyone interested in the history of mathematics, egyptology, or Egyptian culture."
---Alex Criddle, Ancient History Encyclopedia"The book is well written and informative, with copious references to direct readers in further study of this fascinating area of mathematics history." * Choice *
"Annette Imhausen has written a well-researched introduction to Egyptian mathematics in antiquity by tracing its development over more than the last 3000 years, from the foundation of the dynasties to the rise of Alexandria as a global hub of ideas during Greek and Roman times."
---Christopher Cumo, Canadian Journal of History"An exhaustive study."
---Ricardo Moreno-Castillo, European Mathematical Society"An excellent book."
---Kevin Davis, Mathematical Gazette
