| A Mathematical Space Odyssey: Solid Geometry in the 21st Century UK Edition Contributor(s): Alsina, Claudi (Author), Nelsen, Roger (Author) |
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ISBN: 0883853582 ISBN-13: 9780883853580 Publisher: Mathematical Association of America (MAA) OUR PRICE: $68.39 Product Type: Hardcover Published: May 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Mathematics | Geometry - General - Mathematics | Topology - General |
| Dewey: 516.23 |
| LCCN: 2015936095 |
| Physical Information: 0.81" H x 5.59" W x 8.29" (1.12 lbs) 286 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Solid geometry is the traditional name for what we call today the geometry of three-dimensional Euclidean space. This book presents techniques for proving a variety of geometric results in three dimensions. Special attention is given to prisms, pyramids, platonic solids, cones, cylinders and spheres, as well as many new and classical results. A chapter is devoted to each of the following basic techniques for exploring space and proving theorems: enumeration, representation, dissection, plane sections, intersection, iteration, motion, projection, and folding and unfolding. The book includes a selection of Challenges for each chapter with solutions, references and a complete index. The text is aimed at secondary school and college and university teachers as an introduction to solid geometry, as a supplement in problem solving sessions, as enrichment material in a course on proofs and mathematical reasoning, or in a mathematics course for liberal arts students. |