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This book contains Euclid's foundational text on plane geometry. Composed in the 3rd century BC, it is widely considered one of the most influential works in the history of mathematics. Euclid builds up abstract mathematical concepts through definitions, postulates and theorems. Beginning with elementary propositions he advances to sophisticated theorems, solidifying the structure of Euclidean geometry. Basic concepts such as the relationship between angles, lines, and circles are defined, while advancing to complex propositions that explore the properties of more complex geometric constructions, including polygons and circles. Euclid's work forms the basis for much of modern geometric theory and is essential reading for those wanting to understand the history and development of mathematics. The author's logical, systematic approach has significantly impacted mathematical and scientific inquiry for centuries.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book contains Euclid's foundational text on plane geometry. Composed in the 3rd century BC, it is widely considered one of the most influential works in the history of mathematics. Euclid builds up abstract mathematical concepts through definitions, postulates and theorems. Beginning with elementary propositions he advances to sophisticated theorems, solidifying the structure of Euclidean geometry. Basic concepts such as the relationship between angles, lines, and circles are defined, while advancing to complex propositions that explore the properties of more complex geometric constructions, including polygons and circles. Euclid's work forms the basis for much of modern geometric theory and is essential reading for those wanting to understand the history and development of mathematics. The author's logical, systematic approach has significantly impacted mathematical and scientific inquiry for centuries. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330231722_0
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Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Thirteen Books of Euclid s Elements, Vol. 2: Books III-IXMany editors have held that this should not have been included among definitions. Some, e.g. Tartaglia, would call it a postulate others, e.g. Bore. Seller Inventory # 2147741299
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