The Non-Euclidean Revolution

by Richard J. Trudeau

Richard Trudeau confronts the fundamental question of truth and its representation through mathematical models in The Non-Euclidean Revolution. First, the author analyzes geometry in its historical and philosophical setting; second, he examines a revolution every bit as significant as the Copernican revolution in astronomy and the Darwinian revolution in biology; third, on the most speculative level, he questions the possibility of absolute knowledge of the world. A portion of the book won the Pólya Prize, a distinguished award from the Mathematical Association of America.

Genres: Mathematics

286 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Äshley Krälin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is outstanding.
I would suggest a tiny bit of background on Euclid's postulates would make this book easier, but if you are not familiar, do not fret.