Geometry's Great Thinkers: The History of Geometry

Leech, Bonnie

 
9781404233607: Geometry's Great Thinkers: The History of Geometry

Synopsis

This book introduces students to both ancient and modern pioneer figures of geometry. Students are entertainingly guided through important theories and concepts integral to the use of geometry. Includes detailed background information on Pythagoras of Samos, Euclid of Alexandria, Rene Descartes, and Grace Chisholm Young. Fascinating coverage is provided on the models of the Pythagorean theorem, the basics of Euclidean geometry, and the Cartesian coordinate system.

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ISBN 10 :  1404260730 ISBN 13 :  9781404260733
Editeur : Rosen Classroom, 2009
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