The Geometry of Rene Descartes

The Geometry of Rene Descartes

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The Geometry of Rene Descartes is a book written by the famous philosopher and mathematician Rene Descartes. The book is a treatise on geometry and is considered one of the most important works in the field of mathematics. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part dealing with the basics of geometry, including points, lines, and angles. The second part of the book focuses on the concept of curves, including circles, ellipses, and parabolas. The final section of the book deals with the application of geometry to the study of algebra, including the use of coordinates and equations to describe geometric shapes. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both students and scholars of mathematics. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and development of geometry.This is a new release of the original 1952 edition.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781258933500
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Imprint: Literary Licensing, LLC
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Language: English
Number of pages: 264
Weight: 522g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 16mm