Secrets Of Π: Why Is It Impossible To Square The Circle?
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Joaquin Navarro
Binding: Paperback
Published: National Geographic, 2017
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: marked wear on cover; inside pages in good condition
This work illuminates the fascinating history and profound mathematical implications surrounding the ancient problem of squaring the circle. It uncovers the reasons behind the enduring quest to construct a square with the same area as a given circle using only a compass and straightedge, a pursuit that captivated mathematicians for millennia. The narrative meticulously details the mathematical properties of pi, demonstrating why its transcendental nature renders the classical construction impossible. Readers will find an engaging account that argues for the beauty and rigor of mathematical proof, even in the face of seemingly simple geometric challenges. This compelling volume presents a clear and accessible explanation of a complex mathematical concept, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the foundations of geometry and the limits of classical construction.
Author: Joaquin Navarro
Binding: Paperback
Published: National Geographic, 2017
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: marked wear on cover; inside pages in good condition
This work illuminates the fascinating history and profound mathematical implications surrounding the ancient problem of squaring the circle. It uncovers the reasons behind the enduring quest to construct a square with the same area as a given circle using only a compass and straightedge, a pursuit that captivated mathematicians for millennia. The narrative meticulously details the mathematical properties of pi, demonstrating why its transcendental nature renders the classical construction impossible. Readers will find an engaging account that argues for the beauty and rigor of mathematical proof, even in the face of seemingly simple geometric challenges. This compelling volume presents a clear and accessible explanation of a complex mathematical concept, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the foundations of geometry and the limits of classical construction.