The First Six Books Of The Elements Of Euclid: With A Commentary And Geometrical Exercises. To Which Are Annexed A Treatise On Solid Geometry, And Short Essays On The Ancient Geometrical Analysis, And

By Dionysius Lardner

Book Overview

The First Six Books of the Elements of Euclid is a mathematical textbook written by Euclid, a Greek mathematician, around 300 BCE. This edition, published in 1828, includes a commentary and geometrical exercises to aid in understanding the material. The book is divided into six sections, each covering a different aspect of geometry, such as lines, angles, and circles. Euclid's geometric proofs are presented in a logical and rigorous manner, making this book a foundational text in the study of mathematics. The commentary and exercises provide additional context and opportunities for practice. This edition is a valuable resource for students and scholars of mathematics and geometry.To Which Are Annexed A Treatise On Solid Geometry, And A Short Essay On The Ancient Geometrical Analysis.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116511593X
• ISBN13: 9781165115938
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"