Charles Petzold’s online book delves into the world of logarithms, exploring their history, utility, and prevalence. The author provides demonstrations of logarithms’ application in trigonometry, unraveling their mystery for readers. The pages, still in progress, offer a mix of coherent paragraphs and notes to self. Written without professional editing, it is best viewed on a desktop or laptop. The author details testing on various devices, with mixed success. From the preface to discussions on Napier and Briggs, Petzold covers logarithms’ impact on mathematics and beyond, touching on topics like sound and music. A unique and insightful guide into the world of logarithms.
https://www.lostartoflogarithms.com/