{"product_id":"the-science-of-the-ulba-a-study-in-early-hindu-geometry-gyan-books","title":"The Science of the Śulba: A Study in Early Hindu Geometry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Science of the Śulba: A Study in Early Hindu Geometry\u003c\/em\u003e by Bibhutibhusan Datta is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 270 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**The Science of the Śulba** by Bibhutibhusan Datta is a pioneering study of early Hindu geometry as found in the **Śulba Sūtras**, ancient Indian texts dating from around 800–200 BCE. These texts, part of the Vedic literature, focus on constructing ritual altars with precise geometrical rules. Datta explores their sophisticated mathematical content, including the use of the Pythagorean theorem, geometric transformations, and approximations of √2. The book highlights India's contributions to early geometry, predating some Greek developments. Datta combines historical insight with mathematical analysis, showing that the Śulba Sūtras represent a rich and advanced tradition of practical and theoretical geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBook details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bibhutibhusan Datta\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 270\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 1932\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs The Science of the Śulba available in paperback or hardcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – \u003cem\u003eThe Science of the Śulba\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 The Science of the Śulba?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Science of the Śulba is written by Bibhutibhusan Datta.\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":67964603793519,"sku":"9789374143865","price":18.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":67964603826287,"sku":"9789374149508","price":31.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2004\/0303\/files\/9789374143865.jpg?v=1792639313","url":"https:\/\/bookston.com\/products\/the-science-of-the-ulba-a-study-in-early-hindu-geometry-gyan-books","provider":"Bookston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}