Ruler and the Round: Classic Problems in Geometric Constructions - Softcover

Kazarinoff, Nicholas D.

 
9780486425153: Ruler and the Round: Classic Problems in Geometric Constructions

Synopsis

An intriguing look at the "impossible" geometric constructions (those that defy completion with just a ruler and a compass), this book covers angle trisection and circle division. 1970 edition.

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Synopsis

A number of geometric constructions, although easy to comprehend and fun to do, are nevertheless impossible to complete with just a ruler and a compass. This book discusses the most famous of these "impossible" constructions. Part I, in exploring ground rules, history and angle trisection, consider

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