Kate Kitagawa Books

This book offers a fresh perspective on the history of mathematics, presenting it in an accessible and inclusive manner. It challenges traditional narratives by highlighting diverse contributions and perspectives that have shaped the field. Readers will discover how various cultures and individuals have influenced mathematical concepts throughout history, making it an engaging read for both math enthusiasts and those new to the subject. The emphasis on inclusivity ensures that all voices in the mathematical journey are recognized and celebrated.

Mathematics shapes almost everything we do. But despite its reputation as the study of fundamental truths, the stories we have been told about it are wrong--warped like the sixteenth-century map that enlarged Europe at the expense of Africa, Asia and the Americas. In The Secret Lives of Numbers, renowned math historian Kate Kitagawa and journalist Timothy Revell make the case that the history of math is infinitely deeper, broader, and richer than the narrative we think we know.