Collineations and Conic Sections: An Introduction to Projective Geometry in Its History

Baltus, Christopher

ISBN 10: 3030462862 / ISBN 13: 9783030462864

Editore: Springer Nature, 2020

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• Titolo: Collineations and Conic Sections: An Introduction to Projective Geometry in Its History
• Editore: Springer Nature
• Data di pubblicazione: 2020
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 3030462862
• ISBN 13: 9783030462864
• Rilegatura: Hardcover
• Condizione: Brand New
• Peso: 0,46 chilogrammi

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This volume combines an introduction to central collineations with an introduction to projective geometry, set in its historical context and aiming to provide the reader with a general history through the middle of the nineteenth century. Topics covered include but are not limited to:

• The Projective Plane and Central Collineations
• The Geometry of Euclid's Elements
• Conic Sections in Early Modern Europe
• Applications of Conics in History

With rare exception, the only prior knowledge required is a background in high school geometry. As a proof-based treatment, this monograph will be of interest to those who enjoy logical thinking, and could also be used in a geometry course that emphasizes projective geometry.

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This volume combines an introduction to central collineations with an introduction to projective geometry, set in its historical context and aiming to provide the reader with a general history through the middle of the nineteenth century. Topics covered include but are not limited to:

• The Projective Plane and Central Collineations
• The Geometry of Euclid's Elements
• Conic Sections in Early Modern Europe
• Applications of Conics in History

With rare exception, the only prior knowledge required is a background in high school geometry. As a proof-based treatment, this monograph will be of interest to those who enjoy logical thinking, and could also be used in a geometry course that emphasizes projective geometry.