BROGGI, Ugo.
Die Axiome der Wahrscheinlichkeitsrechnung.
Göttingen, Dieterischen Universitäts-Buchdruckerei, 1907.
8vo, pp. 32, [2]; a very good copy, sewn as issued, paper back strip mostly split, number stamp to the head of the title page.
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Die Axiome der Wahrscheinlichkeitsrechnung.
Rare first edition of this doctoral dissertation on the solution of Hilbert’s sixth problem, written under the supervision of David Hilbert. The problem posed tried to axiomatize those branches of science in which mathematics is prevalent. Broggi here aims to establish a system with which to prove the consistency, completeness and the mutual independence of the axioms, following the model of Hilbert’s geometry.
Broggi (1880-1865) is one of the neglected figures in modern mathematical economics, an eminent academician, he held office in various seats at different institutions, producing numerous works.
Schneider, Entwicklung der Wahrscheinlichkeitstheorie, 367 ff.
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[MABBUT, George].
Sir Isaac Newton’s tables for renewing and purchasing the leases of cathedral-churches and colleges, according to the several rates of interest: with their construction and use explained. Also tables for renewing and purchasing the leases of land or houses, very necessary and useful for all purchasers, but especially those who are any way concerned in church or college leases. To which is added, the value of church and college leases consider’d, and the advantage to the lessees made very apparent. By a late Bishop of Chichester. To which are also added, tables of interest exactly computed at 3, 3 ½, 4, and 5 per cent. With other useful tables.
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