Excerpt from Euclid Revised: Containing the Essentials of the Elements of Plane Geometry as Given by Euclid in His Six Books
Part II - Proportion, and Modern Geometry-contains Books v and vi, with their Addenda; and the eight Sections entitled General Addenda.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, an abridgement of Euclid's classic mathematical text, the Elements, synthesises the essentials of plane geometry. It contains all of Euclid's propositions in Books I-IV and VI, with additional propositions and exercises to enhance understanding. The author follows Euclid's order and methods, while streamlining proofs for greater clarity and brevity. The Elements was written around 300 B.C.E. and has profoundly shaped Western thought. It remains a cornerstone of mathematical education, teaching deductive reasoning, and problem-solving skills. Additions to the original text include applications of geometric principles, making the book relevant to students of architecture, engineering, and other fields. The author also provides definitions and postulates, as well as hundreds of exercises, to aid comprehension. With its focus on clarity and accessibility, this book is an indispensable resource for students, teachers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of geometry. 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 # 9781332434930_0
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