Most mathematicians' knowledge of Euclid's lost work on Porisms
comes from a very brief and general description by Pappus of
Alexandria. While Fermat and others made earlier attempts to
explain the Porisms, it is Robert Simson who is generally
recognised as the first person to achieve a genuine insight into
the true nature of the subject.
In this book, Ian Tweddle, a recognised authority on 18th century
Scottish mathematics, presents for the first time a full and
accessible translation of Simson's work. Based on Simson's early
paper of 1723, the treatise, and various extracts from Simson's
notebooks and correspondence, this book provides a fascinating
insight into the work of an often-neglected figure. Supplemented by
historical and mathematical notes and comments, this book is a
valuable addition to the literature for anyone with an interest in
mathematical history or geometry.
General
| Imprint: |
Springer London
|
| Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
| Series: |
Sources and Studies in the History of Mathematics and Physical Sciences |
| Release date: |
October 2010 |
| First published: |
2000 |
| Authors: |
Ian Tweddle
|
| Dimensions: |
235 x 155 x 15mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Paperback
|
| Pages: |
274 |
| Edition: |
Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2000 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-84996-862-1 |
| Categories: |
Books >
Science & Mathematics >
Mathematics >
Geometry >
General
Promotions
|
| LSN: |
1-84996-862-4 |
| Barcode: |
9781849968621 |
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