{"product_id":"ethnomathematics","title":"Ethnomathematics","description":"In this truly one-of-a-kind book, Ascher introduces the mathematical ideas of people in traditional, or \"small-scale\", cultures often omitted from discussion of mathematics. Topics such as \"Numbers: Words and Symbols\", \"Tracing Graphs in the Sand\", \"The Logic of Kin Relations\", \"Chance and Strategy in Games and Puzzles\", and \"The Organization and Modeling of Space\" are traced in various cultures including the Inuit, Navajo, and Iroquois of North America; the Inca of South America; the Malekula, Warlpiri, Maori, and Caroline Islanders of Oceania, and the Tshokwe, Bushoong, and Kpelle of Africa. As Ascher explores mathematical ideas involving numbers, logic, spatial configuration, and the organization of these into systems and structures, readers gain both a broader understanding and anappreciation for the idease of other peoples.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0412989417\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.0412989417.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Ascher, Marcia\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43172202184765,"sku":"BVV.0412989417.G","price":25.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/0412989417-0.jpg?v=1778619424","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/ethnomathematics","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}