Euclid's Elements of Geometry: To Which Is Added a Compendium of Algebra, Also a Compendium of Trigonometry (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Thomas Elrington

9780331868463: Euclid's Elements of Geometry: To Which Is Added a Compendium of Algebra, Also a Compendium of Trigonometry (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0331868466 ISBN 13: 9780331868463

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

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Master geometry with a classic, translated work that also teaches algebra and trigonometry.

This edition presents Euclid’s Elements of Geometry in English, paired with concise compendia of algebra and trigonometry. It blends foundational geometric ideas with practical equation work, offering a structured path from definitions to proofs for dedicated learners.

The volume aims to make math study clear and approachable, highlighting how algebra supports geometric thinking and how trigonometry extends those ideas. It includes an introductory preface, a guided outline of the six books of Euclid, and a practical appendix for deeper exploration of the topics.

Foundational definitions and constructions in geometry, leading to classic theorems.
Integrated algebraic and trigonometric material to support problem solving.
Worked examples and step-by-step proofs that build logical reasoning skills.
A historical context showing how geometry, algebra, and trigonometry evolved together.

Ideal for students and general readers who want a rigorous, historical approach to essential mathematics.

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