The Essentials of Trigonometry, Plane and Spherical: With Three and Four Place Logarithmic and Trigonometric Tables (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Simon Newcomb

9780266581215: The Essentials of Trigonometry, Plane and Spherical: With Three and Four Place Logarithmic and Trigonometric Tables (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266581218 ISBN 13: 9780266581215

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Master trig for engineers and scientists, with practical tables and worked problems.

This classic text covers plane and spherical trigonometry in a clear, step-by-step style, combining theory with concrete computation methods. It includes an introduction to logarithmic and trigonometric tables to support quick, accurate calculations.

The book blends foundational definitions with practical rules for measuring lines and angles, and it guides you through solutions of spherical triangles, Gauss’s equations, and various case work. It also presents Napier’s rules, quadrant handling, and the sexagesimal system, all framed by exercises and real-world applications.

Foundational concepts of plane and spherical trigonometry, explained in plain language
Rules for measurement, angle arithmetic, and arc-length computation
Detailed methods for solving spherical triangles, including multiple cases
Three- and four-place tables of logarithms and trigonometric functions, with exercises

Ideal for students and professionals who value a historically solid reference that pairs theory with practical calculation tools. It’s suitable for readers seeking a self-contained guide to trigonometry with hands-on problems and table-based support.

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