Versuch einer genauen Theorie des Unendlichen. Erster Theil [all published]. Vom Unendlichgroßen, und der Meßkunst desselben. Mit zwey Kupfertafeln. Königsberg und Leipzig: Gott. Lebrecht Hartung, 1788.

SCHULTZ, Johann

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First edition of a rare work on Infinity by Kant's colleague at Königsberg, the professor of mathematics J.F. Schultz ( (1739 1805). 'The bulk of his literary efforts were concerned with mathematics, and with the explanation and exploration of Kant's new critical system. Schultz's mathematical writings include several successful textbooks, but of most interest is his work on the parallel lines postulate and an essay on infinity which was an entrant for the 1786 Berlin Academy prize essay question asking for a clear and precise theory of mathematical infinity ; although unsuccessful, this essay anticipated certain features of Cantor's theory of transfinite numbers (Dictionary of Eighteenth-Century German Philosophers). PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: 8vo, xxxii, 368 pp., 2 folding tables, contemporary half calf over marbled boards, contrasting morocco labels, a few worm traces in spine and boards, title-page with old ownership inscription and stamp on verso, occasional spots, a very good copy. Seller Inventory # ABE-1493820323760

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