9780688141189-0688141188-The History of Counting

The History of Counting

ISBN-13: 9780688141189
ISBN-10: 0688141188
Edition: Illustrated
Author: Denise Schmandt-Besserat
Publication date: 1999
Publisher: HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover 48 pages
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ISBN-13: 9780688141189
ISBN-10: 0688141188
Edition: Illustrated
Author: Denise Schmandt-Besserat
Publication date: 1999
Publisher: HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover 48 pages

Summary

The History of Counting (ISBN-13: 9780688141189 and ISBN-10: 0688141188), written by authors Denise Schmandt-Besserat, was published by HarperCollins in 1999. With an overall rating of 4.5 stars, it's a notable title among other books. You can easily purchase or rent The History of Counting (Hardcover) from BooksRun, along with many other new and used books and textbooks. And, if you're looking to sell your copy, our current buyback offer is $1.25.

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Drawing on years of research, a renowned archaeologist traces the evolution of counting. She shows how the concept of numbers came about, how various societies answered the question "How many?," and how our modern-day decimal system was developed. Engrossing and enlightening, this fascinating book introduces children to one of our most important inventions.

00-01 Utah Book Award (Informational Books)

Notable Children's Trade Books in the Field of Social Studies 2000, National Council for SS & Child. Book Council

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