Geometry: A Very Short Introduction

by Maciej Dunajski Narrated by Liam Gerrard

Overview

The study of geometry is at least 2500 years old, and it is within this field that the concept of mathematical proof-deductive reasoning from a set of axioms-first arose. To this day geometry remains a very active area of research in mathematics.



This Very Short Introduction covers the areas of mathematics falling under geometry, starting with topics such as Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries, and ranging to curved spaces, projective geometry in Renaissance art, and geometry of space-time inside a black hole. Starting from the basics, Maciej Dunajski proceeds from concrete examples (of mathematical objects like Platonic solids, or theorems like the Pythagorean theorem) to general principles. Throughout, he outlines the role geometry plays in the broader context of science and art.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"It is a lovely little book, to be recommended for sixth-formers or first year undergraduates: it will open their eyes to the amazing beauty and power of this ancient and modern subject." — Stephen Huggett, London Mathematical Society Newsletter, March 2023

"Various geometries are presented, each with particularly engaging examples of problems that are formulated in that particular geometry." — Victor V. Pambuccian, zb Math Open

Product Details

BN ID:	2940175646512
Publisher:	Tantor Audio
Publication date:	10/11/2022
Edition description:	Unabridged
Sales rank:	896,997

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