Bh?skara-prabh?

This book covers the works of Bh?skara, in particular, his monumental treatise on astronomy, theSiddh?nta?iroma?i, his astronomical handbook, theKara?akut?hala, and his two mathematical treatises, theL?lavat?and theB?jaga?ita, on arithmetic and algebra, respectively. It is a collection of selected papers presented atBh?skara900, an international conference commemorate the 900th birth anniversary of the great Indian mathematicianBh?skar?c?rya.Bh?skara-prabh?, the radiance ofBh?skara, presents the Indian mathematical tradition and the place ofBh?skarain it. The aim of this book is to instill a sense of pride in younger generations of one of their most celebrated thinkers, by sketching some details of his mathematical achievements and capturing their imagination through his poetic flair. It is intended toraisea greater awareness among studentsand teachers of India's rich mathematical heritage.