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Geometry: A Very Short Introduction

Dunajski, Maciej

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The study of geometry is at least 2500 years old, and it is within this field that the concept of mathematical proof - deductive reasoning from a set of axioms - first arose. To this day geometry remains a very active area of research in mathematics.

This Very Short Introduction covers the areas of mathematics falling under geometry, starting with topics such as Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries, and ranging to curved spaces, projective geometry in Renaissance art, and geometry of space-time inside a black hole. Starting from the basics, Maciej Dunajski proceeds from concrete examples (of mathematical objects like Platonic solids, or theorems like the Pythagorean theorem) to general principles. Throughout, he outlines the role geometry plays in the broader context of science and art.

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ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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OXFORD UNIV PR

Bisac Major Subject

Mathematics

Bisac Minor Subject

Geometry - General

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Paperback

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7.3 Inches

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EAN

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4.4 Inches

Publication Date

1970-01-01

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0.5 Inches

ISBN 10

0199683689

Weight

0.35 Pounds

Book EAN

9780199683680

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Adults

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