Introducing Mathematics traces the story of mathematics from the ancient world to modern times, describing the great discoveries and providing an accessible introduction to topics such as algebra and chaos theory. About the Author: Ziauddin Sardar is a renowned cultural and science critic who is the author of several Introducing titles. Jerry Ravetz is a philosopher and mathematician. He pioneered the study of uncertainty and policy numbers in social and scientific issues at Leeds University. Borin Van Loon has worked on numerous Introducing titles. He is a freelance illustrator, surrealist painter and collagist.