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The Nile on eBay   A Manual of Greek Mathematics by Sir Thomas L. Heath This concise but thorough history encompasses the enduring contributions of the ancient Greek mathematicians whose works form the basis of most modern mathematics. Discusses Pythagorean arithmetic, Plato, Euclid, more. 1931 edition. FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description This concise but thorough history encompasses the enduring contributions of the ancient Greek mathematicians whose works form the basis of most modern mathematics. Written by a distinguished scholar and mathematician, the well-written, nontechnical text is geared toward high school, college, and graduate students, teachers, and those seeking a historical perspective on mathematics. Topics include Pythagorean arithmetic, Plato's use and philosophy of mathematics, an in-depth analysis of Euclid's ""Elements,"" the beginnings of Greek algebra and trigonometry, and other mathematical milestones. Author Biography Thomas Little Heath: Bringing the Past to Life Thomas Little Heath (1861-1940) was unusual for an authority on many esoteric, and many less esoteric, subjects in the history of mathematics in that he was never a university professor. The son of an English farmer from Lincolnshire, Heath demonstrated his academic gifts at a young age; studied at Trinity College, Cambridge, from 1879 to 1882; came away with numerous awards; and obtained the top grade in the 1884 English Civil Service examination. From that foundation, he went to work in the English Treasury, rose through the ranks, and by 1913, was permanent secretary to the Treasury, effectively the head of its operations. He left that post in 1919 at the end of the first World War, worked several years at the National Debt office, and retired in 1926. During all of that time, however, he became independently one of the world's leading authorities on the history of mathematics, especially on the history of ancient Greek mathematics. Heath's three-volume edition of Euclid is still the standard, it is generally accepted that it is primarily through Heath's great work on Archimedes that the accomplishments of Archimedes are known as well as they are. Dover has reprinted these and other books by Heath, preserving over several decades a unique legacy in the history of mathematical scholarship. In the Author's Own Words: "The works of Archimedes are without exception, monuments of mathematical exposition; the gradual revelation of the plan of attack, the masterly ordering of the propositions, the stern elimination of everything not immediately relevant to the purpose, the finish of the whole, are so impressive in their perfection as to create a feeling akin to awe in the mind of the reader." - Thomas L. Heath Table of Contents 1. Introductory 2. Numerical Notation and Practical Calculation 3. Pythagorean Arithmetic 4. The Earliest Greek Geometry. Thales 5. Pythagorean Geometry 6. Progress in the Elements Down to Plato's Time 7. Special Problems 8. From Plato to Euclid 9. Euclid 10. Aristarchus of Samos 11. Archimedes 12. Conic Sections 13. The Successors of the Great Geometers 14. Trigonometry: Hipparchus, Menelaus, Ptolemy 15. Mensuration: Heron of Alexandria 16. Pappus of Alexandria 17. Algebra: Diophantus of Alexandria 18. Commentators and Minor Writers Appendix. Indices. Long Description This concise but thorough history encompasses the enduring contributions of the ancient Greek mathematicians whose works form the basis of most modern mathematics. Topics include Pythagorean arithmetic, Plato's use and philosophy of mathematics, an in-depth analysis of Euclid's "Elements," the beginnings of Greek algebra and trigonometry, and other mathematical milestones. 1931 edition. Details ISBN0486432319 Short Title MANUAL OF GREEK MATHEMATICS Pages 552 Language English ISBN-10 0486432319 ISBN-13 9780486432311 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 510.938 Imprint Dover Publications Inc. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DOI 10.1604/9780486432311 UK Release Date 2004-01-01 AU Release Date 2004-01-01 NZ Release Date 2004-01-01 US Release Date 2004-01-01 Author Sir Thomas L. Heath Publisher Dover Publications Inc. Year 2004 Publication Date 2004-01-01 Illustrations Illustrations, unspecified Audience General Series Dover Books on Mathema 1.4tics We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:7616755; , Nieuw, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], ISBN-13: 9780486432311, Book Title: A Manual of Greek Mathematics, EAN: 9780486432311, Publication Year: 2004, Type: Textbook, Format: Paperback, Language: English, Publication Name: A Manual of Greek Mathematics, Item Height: 213mm, Item Width: 137mm, Subject: Mathematics, Item Weight: 576g, Number of Pages: 552 Pages, Dover Publications Inc.<

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A Manual of Greek Mathematics by Sir Thomas L. Heath Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description This concise but thorough history encompasses the enduring contributions of the ancient Greek mathematicians whose works form the basis of most modern mathematics. Discusses Pythagorean arithmetic, Plato, Euclid, more. 1931 edition. Publisher Description This concise but thorough history encompasses the enduring contributions of the ancient Greek mathematicians whose works form the basis of most modern mathematics. Written by a distinguished scholar and mathematician, the well-written, nontechnical text is geared toward high school, college, and graduate students, teachers, and those seeking a historical perspective on mathematics. Topics include Pythagorean arithmetic, Plato's use and philosophy of mathematics, an in-depth analysis of Euclid's ""Elements,"" the beginnings of Greek algebra and trigonometry, and other mathematical milestones. Author Biography Thomas Little Heath: Bringing the Past to Life Thomas Little Heath (1861-1940) was unusual for an authority on many esoteric, and many less esoteric, subjects in the history of mathematics in that he was never a university professor. The son of an English farmer from Lincolnshire, Heath demonstrated his academic gifts at a young age; studied at Trinity College, Cambridge, from 1879 to 1882; came away with numerous awards; and obtained the top grade in the 1884 English Civil Service examination. From that foundation, he went to work in the English Treasury, rose through the ranks, and by 1913, was permanent secretary to the Treasury, effectively the head of its operations. He left that post in 1919 at the end of the first World War, worked several years at the National Debt office, and retired in 1926. During all of that time, however, he became independently one of the world's leading authorities on the history of mathematics, especially on the history of ancient Greek mathematics. Heath's three-volume edition of Euclid is still the standard, it is generally accepted that it is primarily through Heath's great work on Archimedes that the accomplishments of Archimedes are known as well as they are. Dover has reprinted these and other books by Heath, preserving over several decades a unique legacy in the history of mathematical scholarship. In the Author's Own Words: "The works of Archimedes are without exception, monuments of mathematical exposition; the gradual revelation of the plan of attack, the masterly ordering of the propositions, the stern elimination of everything not immediately relevant to the purpose, the finish of the whole, are so impressive in their perfection as to create a feeling akin to awe in the mind of the reader." - Thomas L. Heath Details ISBN 0486432319 ISBN-13 9780486432311 Title A Manual of Greek Mathematics Author Sir Thomas L. Heath Format Paperback Year 2004 Pages 552 Publisher Dover Publications Inc. GE_Item_ID:7616755; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys , Nuevo, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], ISBN-13: 9780486432311, Book Title: A Manual of Greek Mathematics, EAN: 9780486432311, Publication Name: Manual of Greek Mathematics, Item Length: 8.4in. Publication Year: 2003, Series: Dover Books ON Mathematics Ser. Type: Textbook, Format: Trade Paperback, Language: English, Item Height: 1.2in. Item Width: 5.4in. Item Weight: 20.3 Oz, Number of Pages: 552 Pages, Dover Publications, Incorporated<