Werke
Werke by Carl Friedrich Gauss is a comprehensive collection published by Cambridge University Press on November 3, 2011. This edition spans 674 pages and is presented in German, offering an in-depth look at the contributions of Gauss, a prominent figure in mathematics and science during the 19th century. The work encompasses his extensive output in various fields, including number theory, probability, and astronomy, reflecting the breadth of his intellectual pursuits.
Readers will find a detailed account of Gauss’ achievements, particularly his significant contributions to astronomy, such as the prediction of the path of Ceres, which led to its rediscovery in 1801. This collection also includes Gauss’ original reports, publications on astronomy, book reviews, and letters, showcasing the depth of his correspondence and the impact of his work. The twelve-volume series, published between 1863 and 1933, serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Gauss and the ongoing exploration of his contributions to mathematics and its history.
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The genius of Carl Friedrich Gauss (1777-1855) and the novelty of his work (published in Latin, German, and occasionally French) in areas as diverse as number theory, probability and astronomy were already widely acknowledged during his lifetime. But it took another three generations of mathematicians to reveal the true extent of his output as they studied Gauss’ extensive unpublished papers and his voluminous correspondence. This posthumous twelve-volume collection of Gauss’ complete works, published between 1863 and 1933, marks the culmination of their efforts and provides a fascinating account of one of the great scientific minds of the nineteenth century. One of Gauss’ key successes in astronomy was the prediction of the path of Ceres, leading to its rediscovery in 1801. The original reports about this dramatic course of events appear in Volume 6, published in 1874, which includes all of Gauss’ publications on astronomy, book reviews and letters.
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