Simson on Porisms

An Annotated Translation of Robert Simson's Posthumous Treatise on Porisms and Other Items on this Subject

By:

Ian Tweddle

Format:

Paperback / softback

Series:

Sources and Studies in the History of Mathematics and Physical Sciences

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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.

Release date Australia

October 21st, 2010

Author

Ian Tweddle

Audience

Professional & Vocational

Edition

Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2000

Illustrations

X, 274 p.

Pages

274

Series

Sources and Studies in the History of Mathematics and Physical Sciences

Dimensions

156x234x15

ISBN-13

9781849968621

Product ID

9979676

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