Euclid's Elements of Geometry: Books I-IV, Vi and XI (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Charles Smith

 
9781330298077: Euclid's Elements of Geometry: Books I-IV, Vi and XI (Classic Reprint)

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This book is the first in a series of thirteen, written by the renowned mathematician, Euclid, around 300 BC – a foundational text which has had an immeasurable impact on the development of mathematics. Despite being written over two millennia ago, the concepts and theorems introduced by Euclid continue to be central to how we understand and apply geometry today. Split into 46 Propositions, the book methodically introduces readers to the fundamental principles of plane Euclidean geometry, progressing from simple postulates and axioms to complex theorems and problems. The author employs a unique combination of accessible language and logical rigor, making this book an ideal introduction to Euclidean geometry for students, teachers, and anyone with an interest in the history of mathematics.

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