Continuous Symmetry: from Euclid to Klein
Barker, William; Howe, Roger
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Description for Continuous Symmetry: from Euclid to Klein
Hardcover. The fundamental idea of geometry is that of symmetry. With that principle as the starting point, this book presents a study of Euclidean geometry. It focuses on transformations of the plane. It contains hundreds of exercises. It is suitable for a one-semester undergraduate course on geometry. Num Pages: 544 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: PBG; PBM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Weight in Grams: 1468.
The fundamental idea of geometry is that of symmetry. With that principle as the starting point, Barker and Howe begin an insightful and rewarding study of Euclidean geometry. The primary focus of the book is on transformations of the plane. The transformational point of view provides both a path for deeper understanding of traditional synthetic geometry and tools for providing proofs that spring from a consistent point of view. As a result, proofs become more comprehensible, as techniques can be used and reused in similar settings. The approach to the material is very concrete, with complete explanations of all the ... Read more
The fundamental idea of geometry is that of symmetry. With that principle as the starting point, Barker and Howe begin an insightful and rewarding study of Euclidean geometry. The primary focus of the book is on transformations of the plane. The transformational point of view provides both a path for deeper understanding of traditional synthetic geometry and tools for providing proofs that spring from a consistent point of view. As a result, proofs become more comprehensible, as techniques can be used and reused in similar settings. The approach to the material is very concrete, with complete explanations of all the ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
American Mathematical Society United States
Number of pages
544
Condition
New
Number of Pages
544
Place of Publication
Providence, United States
ISBN
9780821839003
SKU
V9780821839003
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