Introduction to the History of Mathematics (3rd Edition) focuses on the development of main mathematical ideas and expounds the history of mathematics from ancient times to modern times. The book has a refined introduction and appropriate analysis of ancient Greek and oriental mathematics; At the same time, based on the principle of "respecting the present rather than the ancient", this paper fully discusses the evolution and reform of modern mathematics since the Renaissance, especially the general situation of mathematics in the 20th century. The content is novel, and the third edition adds chapters reflecting the latest progress in mathematics, such as "Future Challenges". Introduction to the History of Mathematics (3rd Edition) combines Chinese and Western elements, and tells China's mathematics under the background of world mathematics, which is more objective and enlightening.

The third edition has been revised and updated in content. The book is focused, the context is clear, and it pays attention to quoting vivid historical facts and rich pictures. Therefore, it is suitable for students of various majors in comprehensive universities and normal universities as teaching materials for the course of mathematical history and reference books for graduate students to choose the history of mathematics. At the same time, it can also be read and referenced by mathematicians and science lovers.