--- product_id: 8814318 title: "Mathematics and the Physical World (Dover Books on Mathematics)" brand: "morris kline" price: "€ 50.43" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/8814318-mathematics-and-the-physical-world-dover-books-on-mathematics store_origin: IT region: Italy --- # Mathematics and the Physical World (Dover Books on Mathematics) **Brand:** morris kline **Price:** € 50.43 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Mathematics and the Physical World (Dover Books on Mathematics) by morris kline - **How much does it cost?** € 50.43 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/8814318-mathematics-and-the-physical-world-dover-books-on-mathematics) ## Best For - morris kline enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted morris kline brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Mathematics and the Physical World (Dover Books on Mathematics) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81WgxCaF7yL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great read *by A***M on November 9, 2024* Anything by Morris Kline is worth reading for the average person—and that’s more or less most of us. Read this book if you have any doubt about the logic or truth of the previous statement. Of course there’s far more in this book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Where Else Can You Go from High School Math to Differential Equations? *by P***Z on June 10, 2013* Sure, the examples can be dated (like an $1,800 annual salary being good, and a planet with a 2 Billion population), but NO other old or current text explains math as clearly. The teaching methods are timeless and unique.Simple example. We've all seen dozens of ways to explain the first derivative (the rate of change) of say x^2 as 2x. These range from slope finding to falling objects to matrices. But nearly all I've seen assume a curve, tangents, etc. Kline blows the mind with a rarely seen example-- a circle!He simply "animates" the circle and asks you to mentally extend the radius as it turns in the area-clock like the minute hand, only the size of the circumference. He then points out that the first derivative, the rate of change, is like extending the radius a bit, which "sweeps" out a larger circumference. Then he points out that y' in that case changes (pi)r^2 to 2(pi)r, instantly connecting radius, area and circumference in motion!This may seem trivial until we remember that Feynman used the same clock face example to explain quantum mechanics verbally, which blew the math community away at the time. In fact, connecting Kline's example with Feynman's gives some really interesting "aha" moments of new understanding.The whole book is like this, with many fun stories of how math reflects the natural world. You'll be amazed at the level of math he gets into with such simple assumptions as "very little math knowledge" before beginning. I mean, ALL applied math texts assume a LOT of math to begin. This is truly a rare gem, and a find for any High School STEM teacher wanting a real bridge to advanced concepts. Highly recommended, even in 2013 plus... ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoyable and informative book about the scientific roots of much mathematics. *by M***D on April 20, 2017* You can pay a lot of money for a book that doesn't cover the subject as well as Kline's. The heart of the book is its presentation of the historical scientific contexts of mathematical developments. The math is at the high school level and clearly presented. Kline's writing is not flashy; it is simple and lucid, great qualities for a book like this. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.it/products/8814318-mathematics-and-the-physical-world-dover-books-on-mathematics](https://www.desertcart.it/products/8814318-mathematics-and-the-physical-world-dover-books-on-mathematics) --- *Product available on Desertcart Italy* *Store origin: IT* *Last updated: 2026-05-13*