The Way To Geometry by Petrus Ramus
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"The Way to Geometry" by Petrus Ramus is a scientific publication written in the late 16th century. This book serves as a practical guide for various professions, including astronomers, engineers, geographers, architects, land-measurers, carpenters, seamen, painters, and carvers, focusing on essential geometric principles and applications. The book outlines key geometric concepts crucial for practical applications in multiple fields. It provides insights into the fundamentals of geometry, emphasizing its significance in various trades
and crafts. While the original text includes diagrams and illustrations to aid understanding, the verbal descriptions aim to clarify how geometry can be effectively utilized in real-world scenarios, showcasing its importance in both theoretical and applied contexts. Ramus's work bridges the gap between abstract mathematical principles and their practical utility, establishing a foundational understanding for readers engaged in geometry-related professions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ramus, Petrus, 1515-1572 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Bedwell, William, 1561?-1632 |
| Title | The Way To Geometry |
| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 38.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QA: Science: Mathematics |
| Subject | Geometry -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Mathematics -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 26752 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-26752-4 |
| Release Date | Oct 2, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 380 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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