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by George Johnston Allman (Author)
Greek Geometry from Thales to Euclid is a comprehensive book written by George Johnston Allman that explores the development of geometry in ancient Greece from the pre-Socratic philosopher Thales to the famous mathematician Euclid. The book covers the major contributions of prominent Greek mathematicians such as Pythagoras, Hippocrates, Eudoxus, and Archimedes, among others. The book begins with an introduction to the basic concepts of geometry and the historical context in which it developed. It then delves into the contributions of Thales, who is considered the father of geometry, and his famous theorem on the angles of a triangle. The book also covers the contributions of Pythagoras and his famous theorem, as well as the work of Hippocrates and the discovery of the theory of proportion. The book then moves on to the contributions of Euclid, who is considered the most influential mathematician in the development of geometry. It covers his famous work, the Elements, and its impact on the field of mathematics. The book also explores the work of other mathematicians who built upon Euclid's work, such as Apollonius and Archimedes. Throughout the book, Allman provides clear explanations of the mathematical concepts and theories, making it accessible to readers with varying levels of mathematical knowledge. The book also includes numerous diagrams and illustrations to aid in understanding the concepts. Overall, Greek Geometry from Thales to Euclid is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mathematics and the development of geometry. It provides a comprehensive overview of the major contributions of ancient Greek mathematicians and their impact on the field of mathematics.1889. Contents: Thales; Pythagoras and His School; The Geometers of the Fifth Century B.C.-Hippocrates of Chios: Democritus; Archytas; Eudoxus; The Successors of Eudoxus-I. Menaechmus; The Successors of Eudoxus-II. Deinostratus; The Successors of Eudoxus-III. Aristaeus; and Theaetetus.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
