The College Euclid: Comprising The First Six And The Parts Of The Eleventh And Twelfth Books Read At The Universities (1865)

The College Euclid is a mathematical textbook written by Euclid, originally published in 1865. This book is a compilation of the first six books of Euclid's Elements, which cover topics such as plane geometry, proportions, and number theory. Additionally, it includes parts of the eleventh and twelfth books, which focus on solid geometry and the properties of circles. The College Euclid was designed specifically for use in universities and other higher education institutions, and it provides a comprehensive overview of Euclidean geometry and its applications. The book is written in a clear and concise style, with numerous examples and exercises to help students develop their understanding of the subject matter. Overall, The College Euclid is an essential resource for anyone studying mathematics or interested in the history of mathematical education.Chiefly From The Text Of Dr. Simson. With A New Arrangement Of The Figures And Demonstrations; The Enunciations Of The Propositions Separately; Questions On The Definitions; Arithmetical And Algebraical Demonstrations Of Books Two And Five; And A Selection Of Geometrical Problems For Solution.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.