Historical research on Laplace probability theory

Author: Wang Youjun
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Based on the author's many years of research, this book provides an overview and summary of the historical study of Laplace's probability theory, one of the significant works in the history of mathematics. The main contents include an introduction to Laplace's life, a historical review of probability theory research before Laplace, recent achievements and advancements in the historical study of Laplace's probability theory, as well as the dissemination and influence of Laplace's probability theory in China. Target Audience: Researchers in the history of science and mathematics, as well as educators and researchers in probability theory and mathematical statistics.