Selections Illustrating The History Of Greek Mathematics V1: From Thales To Euclid (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258030407)

""Selections Illustrating The History Of Greek Mathematics V1: From Thales To Euclid"" is a comprehensive book that explores the evolution of Greek mathematics from its earliest beginnings to the time of Euclid. The book is authored by Thales, a renowned mathematician who has dedicated his life to the study of ancient Greek mathematics.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific period in the history of Greek mathematics. The first chapter is dedicated to the work of Thales himself, who is considered the father of Greek mathematics. The subsequent chapters cover the contributions of other notable mathematicians such as Pythagoras, Anaxagoras, and Euclid.The book provides a detailed account of the various mathematical concepts and theories that were developed during this period, including geometry, trigonometry, and algebra. It also explores the cultural and historical context in which these mathematical ideas were developed, providing a rich and nuanced understanding of the intellectual landscape of ancient Greece.Overall, ""Selections Illustrating The History Of Greek Mathematics V1: From Thales To Euclid"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of mathematics, the ancient world, or the intersection of the two. It is a well-researched and expertly written book that offers a fascinating glimpse into the minds of some of the greatest mathematical thinkers in history.Text Is In English And Greek.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.

Author: Thales
ISBN-10: 1258030403
ISBN-13: 9781258030407
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 05/31/2011
Pages: 566
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.19lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.38d