This seminal work on probability theory establishes the foundations of the field, including calculus-based approaches to probability, the law of large numbers, and the central limit theorem. The authors draw on examples from physics, biology, and economics to illustrate the concepts and demonstrate their practical applications. First published in 1902, this book remains an important reference for mathematicians and scientists today.

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