Determinants (1896)

Determinants is a mathematical treatise written by Laenas Gifford Weld and published in 1896. The book explores the concept of determinants, which are mathematical objects that are used to solve systems of linear equations and calculate properties of matrices. The book begins with an introduction to the basic concepts of determinants, including their definition, properties, and applications. It then delves into more advanced topics, such as the expansion of determinants, the evaluation of determinants using minors and cofactors, and the calculation of determinants using row and column operations. Throughout the book, Weld provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers understand and apply the concepts he presents. He also includes historical notes and references to the work of other mathematicians, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of mathematics. Overall, Determinants is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to this important mathematical concept, and remains a classic text in the field over a century after its initial publication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.