A Short History Of Greek Mathematics (1884)

A Short History Of Greek Mathematics is a book written by James Gow and originally published in 1884. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of mathematics in ancient Greece, from the earliest known mathematical texts to the Hellenistic period. Gow begins by discussing the mathematical knowledge of the early Greeks, including the Pythagoreans and the Eleatics. He then moves on to examine the contributions of the major Greek mathematicians, such as Euclid, Archimedes, and Apollonius, and their work in geometry, arithmetic, and algebra. The book also covers the influence of Greek mathematics on later developments in the field, including the work of medieval Islamic mathematicians and the Renaissance. Gow provides detailed explanations of mathematical concepts and theorems, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of mathematics. Overall, A Short History Of Greek Mathematics is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mathematics, the development of ancient Greek thought, and the foundations of modern mathematical theory.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

James Gow's A Short History of Greek Mathematics (1884) offers a complete overview of the history of Greek mathematics from the origins of the numeric system to the sophisticated proofs of Pythagorus, Euclid, Archimedes and many others. Direct translations from source texts make this an indispensable guide to the subject.