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Michael Gavin, "Literary Mathematics: Quantitative Theory for Textual Studies" (Stanford UP, 2022)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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Exploring Geographical Writing and Literary Mathematics

This chapter examines the interplay between geographical writing and early English literature, focusing on the impact of myths on Scottish nationalism. Through the lens of mathematical modeling and statistical analysis, it highlights how language and geography are linked, using data visualization to reveal cultural narratives in historical contexts. Additionally, it discusses the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in literary studies, encouraging students to engage with diverse mathematical methods to enrich their research and analysis.

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