Greek Geometry from Thales to Euclid

Greek Geometry from Thales to Euclid is a comprehensive book written by George Johnston Allman that explores the development of geometry in ancient Greece. The book covers the period from the 6th century BC, when Thales first introduced the concept of geometry, to the 4th century BC, when Euclid wrote his famous treatise on geometry, the Elements.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Greek geometry. The first chapter introduces the reader to the basic concepts of geometry and the contributions of Thales and his followers. The subsequent chapters cover the works of Pythagoras, Hippocrates, Eudoxus, and Plato, among others.The book also delves into the life and work of Euclid, the most famous of all ancient Greek mathematicians. It provides a detailed analysis of his Elements, which is considered one of the most important works in the history of mathematics. The book explains the structure of the Elements, its various axioms and postulates, and its proofs of various theorems.Throughout the book, Allman provides detailed explanations and illustrations of the various concepts and theorems of Greek geometry. He also discusses the historical and cultural context in which these concepts were developed, providing a rich and nuanced understanding of the subject.Overall, Greek Geometry from Thales to Euclid is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of mathematics and the development of geometry. It is a well-written and comprehensive book that provides a thorough exploration of this fascinating subject.1889. Contents: Thales; Pythagoras and His School; The Geometers of the Fifth Century B.C.-Hippocrates of Chios: Democritus; Archytas; Eudoxus; The Successors of Eudoxus-I. Menaechmus; The Successors of Eudoxus-II. Deinostratus; The Successors of Eudoxus-III. Aristaeus; and Theaetetus.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.