There is one of three or four still existing Roman abacuses in the Bibliotheque
nationale. You have to ask for it at the information desk. I am sure that they
will try to send you to a museum on the history of I don't remember what. Insist.
The abacus is in the Bibliotheque. It is fun to play with it.
Enjoy your visit of Paris, Heinz Lueneburg
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> Greetings.
>
> My colleague-husband and I will be in Paris this April and intend to
> arrange our activities there around a "math history" theme.
>
> We would welcome suggestions concerning sites to visit around this theme.
>
> Note that we interpret "math history" somewhat broadly: in addition to
> schools, libraries and museums, we might include publishing houses, burial
> sites and the odd cafe/tavern or two. Information on math history
> seminars/conferences running in Paris during this time would also be
> welcome.
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> Thanks in advance.
>
> Janet Barnett
> jbarnett@uscolo.edu
>
> P.S. Suggestions on finding an affordable apartment in Paris for a
> one-month rental are also welcome.
>