Geometry: Ancient and Modern

by John R. Silvester

This is a guided tour of geometry, from Euclid through to algebraic geometry for students with little or no geometry studies. It shows how mathematicians use a variety of techniques to tackle problems, and links geometry to other branches of mathematics. It is a teaching text, with large numbers of exercises woven into the exposition. Topics covered include: ruler and compass constructions, transformations, triangle and circle theorems, classification...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198507585
• ISBN13: 9780198507581
• Release Date: June 2001
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"