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Elements of Geometry: Containing the First Six Books of Euclid, With a Supplement on the Quadrature of the Circle, and the Geometry of Solids; To ... and Sphericale Trigonometry (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

 
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This book embarks on a journey into the world of geometry, starting with the fundamental building blocks: points, lines, and angles. The author meticulously defines these elements, establishing a clear and concise language for understanding geometric concepts. With each definition, the book lays the foundation for a logical progression through increasingly complex geometric figures, including triangles, circles, and polygons. Written during a time of burgeoning scientific inquiry, this work reflects the era's fascination with the underlying order and structure of the natural world. Geometry, with its emphasis on proof and logical reasoning, played a crucial role in shaping the scientific method and influencing philosophical thought. The book delves into the properties of these shapes, exploring their relationships and the principles that govern their construction. Through a series of propositions and proofs, the author unveils the inherent beauty and harmony within geometric forms. Concepts such as congruence, parallelism, and the sum of angles in a triangle are explored in detail, providing readers with a profound understanding of the geometric principles that shape our world. This book's insights into geometry offer a timeless testament to the power of human reason and the elegance of mathematical principles in understanding the universe around us.

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book embarks on a journey into the world of geometry, starting with the fundamental building blocks: points, lines, and angles. The author meticulously defines these elements, establishing a clear and concise language for understanding geometric concepts. With each definition, the book lays the foundation for a logical progression through increasingly complex geometric figures, including triangles, circles, and polygons. Written during a time of burgeoning scientific inquiry, this work reflects the era's fascination with the underlying order and structure of the natural world. Geometry, with its emphasis on proof and logical reasoning, played a crucial role in shaping the scientific method and influencing philosophical thought. The book delves into the properties of these shapes, exploring their relationships and the principles that govern their construction. Through a series of propositions and proofs, the author unveils the inherent beauty and harmony within geometric forms. Concepts such as congruence, parallelism, and the sum of angles in a triangle are explored in detail, providing readers with a profound understanding of the geometric principles that shape our world. This book's insights into geometry offer a timeless testament to the power of human reason and the elegance of mathematical principles in understanding the universe around us. 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 # 9781334014369_0

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