{"product_id":"number-stories-of-long-ago-gyan-books","title":"Number Stories of Long Ago","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNumber Stories of Long Ago\u003c\/em\u003e by David Eugene Smith is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 180 pages, so it's a comfortable read, and a good pick whether you're buying for yourself or as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's about\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e*Number Stories of Long Ago* by David Eugene Smith explores the origins and early development of numbers and counting systems across ancient civilizations. The book illustrates how early humans used numbers for practical purposes like trade, measurement, and record-keeping, gradually evolving symbolic representations of quantity. Through engaging narratives, Smith highlights the diverse cultural contributions to arithmetic and numerical concepts, tracing the progression from primitive counting to more sophisticated mathematical ideas. This work offers a rich historical perspective on how numbers shaped human civilization, making it an insightful read for both students and enthusiasts of mathematical history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBook details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e David Eugene Smith\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback \u0026amp; Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyan Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1919\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Number Stories of Long Ago available in paperback or hardcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – \u003cem\u003eNumber Stories of Long Ago\u003c\/em\u003e is available here in Paperback and Hardcover; pick the one you want from the options above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat language is this edition in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition is in English.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho wrote Number Stories of Long Ago?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNumber Stories of Long Ago is written by David Eugene Smith.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does Bookston ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping is free on every order, with no minimum. We ship within the United States only; orders leave our Denver, Colorado warehouse in 1–2 business days and usually arrive within 5–7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat if the book arrives damaged or isn't what I expected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou have 30 days from delivery to return it in new condition for a full refund. If it arrived damaged, defective or wrong, we cover the return shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bookston","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":67964870819951,"sku":"9789374141311","price":13.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":67964870852719,"sku":"9789374143285","price":21.06,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2004\/0303\/files\/9789374141311.jpg?v=1792641068","url":"https:\/\/bookston.com\/products\/number-stories-of-long-ago-gyan-books","provider":"Bookston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}