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3 videodiscs (approximately 232 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in
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disc 1. Episode 1: The language of the universe ; Episode 2: The genius of the East -- disc 2. Episode 3: The frontiers of space ; Episode 4: To infinity and beyond -- bonus disc. The music of the primes (2005) / written by Marcus du Sautoy ; directed and produced by Robin Dashwood
In this landmark series of films, University of Oxford Professor Marcus du Sautoy escorts viewers through the history of this most important of all intellectual disciplines. In a journey that takes him through the ages and around the world, he examines the development of key mathematical ideas and shows how, in a multitude of surprising ways, mathematical ideas underpin the science, technology, and culture that shape our world
Originally produced for television in 2008
Includes bonus documentary: The music of the primes
Presented by Marcus du Sautoy
DVD; 16x9 widescreen; Dolby digital stereo
Subtitled for the deaf and hard of hearing