Publisher's Synopsis
The Elements of Euclid is a mathematical treatise written by the ancient Greek mathematician Euclid. The book, first published in 300 BC, is one of the oldest and most influential works in the history of mathematics. It is a comprehensive guide to geometry and covers topics such as points, lines, angles, triangles, circles, and more. The book is divided into thirteen books, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of geometry. Each book is further divided into propositions, which are statements that need to be proven using logical reasoning. The book is known for its clarity and logical structure, making it an essential read for anyone interested in mathematics. This particular edition, published in 1727, also includes select theorems from another famous Greek mathematician, Archimedes. Overall, The Elements of Euclid is a timeless classic that continues to be studied and admired by mathematicians and scholars around the world.To Which Are Added, Practical Corollaries, Showing The Uses Of Many Of The Propositions.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.
