Ian Tweddle

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Simson on Porisms: An Annotated Translation of Robert Simson's Posthumous Treatise on Porisms and Other Items on This Subject (2000)Hardcover - 2000, 30 May 2000

Simson on Porisms: An Annotated Translation of Robert Simson's Posthumous Treatise on Porisms and Other Items on This Subject (2000)
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Part of Series
Sources and Studies in the History of Mathematics and Physic
Part of Series
Sources in the History of Mathematics and Physical Sciences
Print Length
274 pages
Language
English
Publisher
Springer
Date Published
30 May 2000
ISBN-10
1852333065
ISBN-13
9781852333065

Description

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.

Product Details

Author:
Ian Tweddle
Book Edition:
2000
Book Format:
Hardcover
Country of Origin:
US
Date Published:
30 May 2000
Dimensions:
24.13 x 16.1 x 2.24 cm
ISBN-10:
1852333065
ISBN-13:
9781852333065
Language:
English
Location:
London
Pages:
274
Publisher:
Weight:
562.45 gm

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