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Twenty two sermons on various subjects: selected from the works of the Rev. Isaac Barrow, ...

Compiled from the works of the Rev. Isaac Barrow, this book presents a selection of his sermons that delve into a wide range of subjects, showcasing his intellectual depth and religious thought. more

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Isaac Barrow
Isaac Barrow

Isaac Barrow was an English mathematician who made significant contributions to the fields of geometry and calculus. He is known for his work on the tangent line and for being the first to use the term 'infinitesimal'. Barrow was a professor at Cambridge University and is considered one of the founders of the Cambridge Mathematical School. more

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