''A List of Writings Relating to the Method of Least Squares: With Historical and Critical Notes'' is a book written by David Merriman and Charles Mansfield, first published in 1877. It is a comprehensive guide to the method of least squares, a statistical technique used to find the best fit line or curve for a set of data points. The book includes a list of all the known writings on the subject up to that time, as well as historical and critical notes on each one. The authors provide a detailed analysis of the development of the method of least squares, from its origins in the 18th century to its modern-day applications. They also discuss the contributions of key figures in the field, such as Gauss and Laplace, and provide examples of how the method has been used in various scientific disciplines. This book is an essential reference for anyone interested in the history and theory of the method of least squares.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.