Worlds Out of Nothing: A Course in the History of Geometry in the 19th Century

Springer Undergraduate Mathematics Series

by Jeremy Gray

Worlds Out of Nothing is the first book to provide a course on the history of geometry in the 19th century. Based on the latest historical research, the book is aimed primarily at undergraduate and graduate students in mathematics but will also appeal to the reader with a general interest in the history of mathematics. Emphasis is placed on understanding the historical significance of the new Why was it done? How - if at all - was it appreciated? What new questions did it generate?

Genres: Mathematics, History, Geometry

Unknown Binding

First published November 17, 2006

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[Andrew · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a brilliant maths book - it has a very nice combination of historical context and mathematical content. You can follow the actual maths and workings of those who developed theories and ideas relating to non-Euclidean geometry. Highly recommended!