An Essay on the Elements of Cyclometry: Intended to Illustrate the Relations Which Exist Between Curves and Right-Lined Figures (1825)

By John Luccock

Book Overview

An Essay On The Elements Of Cyclometry by John Luccock is a mathematical treatise that was originally published in 1825. The book explores the relationships between curves and right-lined figures, and it is intended to serve as an introduction to the field of cyclometry. Cyclometry is the branch of geometry that deals with the measurement of curved lines and surfaces, and it was a subject of great interest to mathematicians in the 19th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of cyclometry. The first chapter provides an overview of the subject and introduces the basic concepts and terminology that are used throughout the book. Subsequent chapters delve deeper into the mathematics of cyclometry, exploring topics such as the properties of curves, the measurement of angles, and the calculation of areas and volumes. The book is written in a clear and concise style, and it is accessible to anyone with a basic understanding of geometry and algebra. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars of mathematics, as well as for anyone with an interest in the history of mathematics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161767150
• ISBN13: 9781161767155
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 46 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"