Greek Geometry from Thales to Euclid Hardback - 2010

""Greek Geometry from Thales to Euclid"" by George Johnston Allman is a comprehensive exploration of the development of geometry in ancient Greece. The book begins with the earliest Greek mathematicians, including Thales and Pythagoras, and traces the evolution of geometric principles and theories through the work of Euclid. The author provides detailed explanations of the key concepts and proofs of Greek geometry, including the Pythagorean theorem, the concept of similarity, and the construction of regular polygons. Allman also examines the historical and cultural context in which these ideas emerged, highlighting the contributions of individual mathematicians and the broader intellectual currents of ancient Greece.Throughout the book, Allman emphasizes the elegance and beauty of Greek geometry, as well as its enduring influence on mathematics and science. The text is accessible to readers with a basic understanding of algebra and geometry, and includes numerous diagrams and illustrations to aid in the comprehension of the material.Overall, ""Greek Geometry from Thales to Euclid"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mathematics, the development of geometric principles, or the intellectual achievements of ancient Greece.1889. Contents: Thales; Pythagoras and His School; The Geometers of the Fifth Century B.C.-Hippocrates of Chios: Democritus; Archytas; Eudoxus; The Successors of Eudoxus-I. Menaechmus; The Successors of Eudoxus-II. Deinostratus; The Successors of Eudoxus-III. Aristaeus; and Theaetetus.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.