Elements of Geometry, Theoretical and Practical: Including Constructions by the Right Line and by the Circle; Together With the Mensuration of All the ... and Adapted to Public and Private Instruct - Softcover

Eugenius Nulty

 
9780282586997: Elements of Geometry, Theoretical and Practical: Including Constructions by the Right Line and by the Circle; Together With the Mensuration of All the ... and Adapted to Public and Private Instruct

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This book is an introductory treatise on the elements of geometry, presenting the subject in a manner that is essential to modern scientific education. Historically, geometry forms the foundation of much of our understanding of the natural world, from the motion of planets to the construction of buildings. The author presents a natural sequence of geometric topics, from basic shapes to more complex solids, ensuring that the ideas presented can be readily understood and retained by the reader. The demonstrations are concise and general, and include topics such as equality of surfaces and solids, incommensurable magnitudes and limits. The approach taken in this book emphasizes arrangement and overall simplicity, making it an excellent choice for both students and instructors. By presenting geometry in its most fundamental form, this book provides a comprehensive and accessible exploration of the subject.

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