Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive exploration of the foundations of geometry as laid out by Euclid in his timeless work, the Elements. Authored by a renowned mathematician, this book offers a deep dive into the essential concepts, postulates, and theorems that form the cornerstone of Euclidean geometry. Through detailed explanations and clear illustrations, the author guides readers through the development of geometric principles from their basic axioms to complex constructions and proofs. The book delves into the properties of lines, angles, triangles, circles, and other geometric figures, examining their relationships and interactions. It also explores topics such as congruence, similarity, and measurement, providing a thorough understanding of the fundamental principles that govern geometric constructions. The author's approach combines historical context with modern insights, illuminating the origins and evolution of Euclidean geometry while highlighting its enduring relevance in various fields, including mathematics, architecture, and engineering. By presenting the subject in a clear and accessible manner, this book makes the intricacies of geometry approachable for enthusiasts of all levels. Overall, this book offers an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to grasp the foundations of geometry and appreciate the profound impact of Euclid's Elements on the development of mathematical thought. 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.
Published by Halle, Waisenhaus-Buchhandlung., 1809
Seller: Universitätsbuchhandlung Herta Hold GmbH, Berlin, Germany
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Add to basketZahlr. Fig., XXII, 204 S. Halblederband der Zeit mit umlaufendem Sprenkelschnitt (stärker berieben und bestoßen). Leicht gebräunt und stellenweise geringfügig fleckig oder fingerfleckig. Vorsätze und Vortitel leimschattig. Sonst innen in schöner Erhaltung. Euklid's Geometrie oder die sechs ersten Bücher der Elemente nebst dem eilften und zwölften. Sprache: Deutsch.
Published by Buchhandlung des Waysenhauses, Halle, Germany, 1781
Seller: Saucony Book Shop, Kutztown, PA, U.S.A.
First Edition
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Add to basketHalf-Leather. Condition: Very Good. First Thus. Marbled 1/2 leather, gray paper covered boards, 5 raised bands with gilt-stamped compartments, lacking title label, marbled endpapers (perhaps not original to issue). Surface rubbing to boards, several scratches to back cover, leather mostly intact though with rubbed corners. Edges rubbed with exposure, modest leather loss to top front and bottom rear corners. Firm binding. Former owner's signature on blank opposite main title, dated 1782, another signature dated 1825 on main title. [xvi],366,[1] pp., illus. w/ figures in text. Interior nicely intact, with minimal toning or foxing, all leaves firmly anchored. Very scarce. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book.