Geometrical Amusements, or a Course of Lessons, in Construction and Analysis, Vol. 1: Containing a General Problem and Solution, With Its Applicaiton, to a Series of Geometrical Inquiries; To Which Is - Hardcover

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9780332077871: Geometrical Amusements, or a Course of Lessons, in Construction and Analysis, Vol. 1: Containing a General Problem and Solution, With Its Applicaiton, to a Series of Geometrical Inquiries; To Which Is

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ISBN 10: 033207787X ISBN 13: 9780332077871

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Geometrical Amusements: a Course of Lessons in Construction and Analysis

This is a historic, three‑part geometry text that guides readers through a General Problem and its solutions, with applications to a series of geometric inquiries. It presents a structured path from foundational problems to a wide variety of exercises designed to sharpen reasoning and technique.

The work aims to familiarize readers with elegant geometric problems, showing how simple ideas can unlock broader results. It emphasizes clear methods, logical deduction, and the development of habits useful to practical and theoretical geometry.

Learn a general problem that serves as a basis for many exercises in construction and analysis.
Explore a sequence of subsidiary problems and examples to build technique and confidence.
Study methods for solving geometric inquiries through deduction, ratios, parallels, and tangents.
See numerous problems added for ongoing practice and deeper understanding of geometric relationships.

Ideal for readers of classical geometry, mathematical explorers, and students seeking a historically rich approach to geometric reasoning.

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