Geometric Constructions /

Geometric constructions have been a popular part of mathematics throughout history. The ancient Greeks made the subject an art, which was enriched by the medieval Arabs but which required the algebra of the Renaissance for a thorough understanding. Through coordinate geometry, various geometric cons...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Martin, George E.
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Springer New York : Imprint : Springer, 1998.
Series:Undergraduate texts in mathematics.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Euclidean Constructions
  • The Ruler and Compass
  • The Compass and the Mohr-Mascheroni Theorem
  • The Ruler
  • The Ruler and Dividers
  • The Poncelet-Steiner Theorem and Double Rulers
  • The Ruler and Rusty Compass
  • Sticks
  • The Marked Ruler
  • Paperfolding
  • The Back of the Book.