The \textit{Mathematical Miscellany} and the \textit{Cambridge Miscellany of Mathematics}: closely connected attempts to introduce research-level mathematics in America, 1836--1843 (Q2426750)
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The \textit{Mathematical Miscellany} and the \textit{Cambridge Miscellany of Mathematics}: closely connected attempts to introduce research-level mathematics in America, 1836--1843 (English)
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14 May 2008
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The author summarizes the history of two early, short-lived mathematical journals in the USA. It thereby discusses the motivation of the editors (Benjamin Peirce, Joseph Lovering, Charles Gill) and the encountered conditions and difficulties.
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mathematical journals
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USA
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Benjamin Peirce
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