Isbn: 9781332008186 - curiosa mathematica, vol. 1: a new theory of parallels (classic reprint) (4 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and challenging world of pure mathematics, specifically focusing on the age-old quest to prove Euclid's 12th Axiom, a cornerstone of geometry. The author takes the reader on a journey through the history of this problem, highlighting the many attempts ââ â some successful, others tragically misguided ââ â to find a more solid foundation for this crucial mathematical principle. Through engaging dialogues and clear explanations, the author explores the complexities of infinity and infinitesimals, contrasting them with the absolute certainty offered by finite magnitudes. This fresh perspective allows for a novel approach to proving key geometric theorems, including the famous proposition that the angles of any triangle sum to two right angles. This book offers a unique and thought-provoking exploration of a fundamental mathematical concept, inviting the reader to appreciate the beauty and depth of geometric reasoning while contemplating the very nature of mathematical certainty. Ultimately, it leaves us with a renewed sense of wonder at the power and potential of the human intellect to unravel the mysteries of the universe through the lens of mathematics. 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. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 106 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.24 inches. This item is printed on demand.