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Focusing on the life and contributions of Euclid, this biography details his education and role as a teacher in 3rd century BC Alexandria. It emphasizes his seminal work, Elements, analyzing its structure and lasting impact on mathematics and geometry. The book also contextualizes Euclid's achievements within the intellectual climate of his time, highlighting influences from other ancient Greek mathematicians. This comprehensive account serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the history of mathematics and ancient Greek culture.
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Euclid, Thomas Smith
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- 2008
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- Title
- Euclid
- Subtitle
- His Life And System (1902)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Thomas Smith
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Publisher
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 236
- ISBN13
- 9781436839709
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- Focusing on the life and contributions of Euclid, this biography details his education and role as a teacher in 3rd century BC Alexandria. It emphasizes his seminal work, Elements, analyzing its structure and lasting impact on mathematics and geometry. The book also contextualizes Euclid's achievements within the intellectual climate of his time, highlighting influences from other ancient Greek mathematicians. This comprehensive account serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the history of mathematics and ancient Greek culture.