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    Cauchy's rigorous calculus introduced the concept of limits and epsilon-delta definitions, which became the foundation of modern analysis. This article explores the origins and development of Cauchy's rigorous approach to calculus published in 1821. It finds that d'Alembert and Lacroix had introduced concepts of limits in earlier works that influenced Cauchy. However, Cauchy was the first to assemble all the pieces into a fully rigorous formulation and provide clear definitions, proofs, and logical structure that became the standard for subsequent mathematicians. His work was a major step forward that clarified analysis on rigorous foundations.

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    Cauchy's rigorous calculus introduced the concept of limits and epsilon-delta definitions, which became the foundation of modern analysis. This article explores the origins and development of Cauchy's rigorous approach to calculus published in 1821. It finds that d'Alembert and Lacroix had introduced concepts of limits in earlier works that influenced Cauchy. However, Cauchy was the first to assemble all the pieces into a fully rigorous formulation and provide clear definitions, proofs, and logical structure that became the standard for subsequent mathematicians. His work was a major step forward that clarified analysis on rigorous foundations.

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    Claremont Colleges

    Scholarship @ Claremont
    Pitzer Faculty Publications and Research Pitzer Faculty Scholarship

    3-1-1983

    Who Gave You the Epsilon? The Origins of


    Cauchy's Rigorous Calculus
    Judith V. Grabiner
    Pitzer College

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    Grabiner, Judith V. "Who Gave You the Epsilon? The Origins of Cauchy's Rigorous Calculus." The American Mathematical Monthly
    90.3 (March 1983): 185-194.

    This Article is brought to you for free and open access by the Pitzer Faculty Scholarship at Scholarship @ Claremont. It has been accepted for inclusion
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