Elements of the Conic Sections: The First Three Books (Classic Reprint)

Robert Simson

ISBN 10: 1332893252 / ISBN 13: 9781332893256

Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book provides an extensive look at the history of conic sections, exploring their foundations in mathematics and their impact on various fields, including optics, astronomy, and engineering, from ancient times to the present. Going beyond the basic principles of conic sections, the author examines their crucial role in scientific discoveries such as Kepler's laws of planetary motion and Newton's theory of gravitation. Blending historical background with mathematical insight, the book highlights the enduring influence of conic sections, underscoring their significance in understanding the natural world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332893256_0

Détails bibliographiques

• Titre: Elements of the Conic Sections: The First Three Books (Classic Reprint)
• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date de parution: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 1332893252
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9781332893256
• Reliure: Paperback
• État de l'article: New
• Type de livre: print-on-demand item
• Catalogues du vendeur:
  • Geometry