Geometry
Subtitle: the language of space and form
By: John Tabak
Series: Facts on File math library; The history of mathematics; Facts on File math library
Publisher: Facts On File
Published: 2004
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] :
Number of pages: 222
ISBN-13: 9780816068760
Subjects: Geometry; MATHEMATICS; History; General
Description: Covering the many aspects of geometry, this volume of the History of Mathematics series presents a compelling look at mathematical theories alongside historical occurrences. The engaging and informative text, complemented by photographs and illustrations, introduces students to the fascinating story of how geometry has developed. Biographical information on key figures, a look at different applications of geometry over time, and the groundbreaking discoveries related to geometry are comprehensively covered.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 201-210) and index.

Description based on print version record.
Table of contents: title: Cover; Front Matter; Table of Contents; Acknowledgments; Introduction; Part One: Geometry in Antiquity; 1. Geometry Before the Greeks; 2. Early Greek Geometry; 3. Major Mathematical Works of Greek Geometry; Part Two: Projective Geometry; 4. Mathematics and Art During the Renaissance; 5. The First Theorems; 6. Projective Geometry Rediscovered; 7. A Non-Euclidean Geometry; Part Three: Coordinate Geometry; 8. The Beginnings of Analytic Geometry; 9. Calculus and Analytic Geometry; 10. Differential Geometry; 11. The Shape of Space and Time; 12. Infinite-Dimensional Geometry; Chronology; Glossary