AI NewsSeeking a Language in Mathematics 1523-1571
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Summary
Cuthbert Tunstall published the first book on mathematics in England in 1523, written in Latin. By 1571, English had become a common language in mathematical publications, but Latin was still used.
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Establishment of English as a language in mathematical publications in England.
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