MATH308: Historical Development of Mathematical Concepts and Ideas

See links to an extensive collection of AMS (American Mathematical Society) books on the history of mathematics, available on the AMS Bookstore; free online books on the history of the AMS and mathematics in America; the AMS Presidents: A Timeline; and This Mathematical Month: A Brief Look at Past Events and Episodes in the Mathematical Community.

Good history of mathematics is good research and writing. The various award committees of the Mathematical Association of America have frequently rewarded that good writing. The lists on the following pages highlight MAA award-winning articles and books on the history of mathematics.

Mathematical Association of America (MAA) offers more than 4,000 reviews of mathematics books, updated weekly and what the MAA recommends for library acquisition.