A New Look at Geometry

by Irving Adler, Ruth Adler (Illustrator), Peter Ruane (Introduction)

This richly detailed overview surveys the evolution of geometrical ideas and the development of the concepts of modern geometry from ancient times to the present. Topics include projective, Euclidean, and non-Euclidean geometry as well as the role of geometry in Newtonian physics, calculus, and relativity. Over 100 exercises with answers. 1966 edition.

605 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 1, 1966

Reviews

[Bob Ardis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well written very broad view of geometry. Basic high school geometry background required. And patience. The ideas are not particularly difficult, per se, just counter-intuitive at times; some effort is needed to unlearn misconceptions. And then the light bulb goes on!! Fun. The introduction is a better summary than I can give. I find myself going back for reviews of various topics and approaches.

[Alexia M. · Rating 3 out of 5]

It wasn't a bad book, but it wasn't what I was looking for.

This book is essentially for people who really love mathematical theorems. There are nearly no practical examples or applications listed in this book.