A Treatise On Elementary Geometry

""A Treatise On Elementary Geometry"" is a comprehensive guide to the principles and concepts of geometry, written by William Chauvenet and first published in 1879. The book covers the fundamental topics of geometry, including points, lines, angles, triangles, circles, and polygons. It also explores more advanced concepts such as conic sections, transformation geometry, and the geometry of space.The book is divided into chapters that cover each topic in detail, with clear explanations and examples provided throughout. Appendices at the end of the book contain a collection of exercises for students to practice their skills, as well as an introduction to modern geometry.Chauvenet's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to students of all levels. The text is also accompanied by numerous diagrams and illustrations, which help to clarify the concepts being discussed.Overall, ""A Treatise On Elementary Geometry"" is a valuable resource for students and teachers of geometry, providing a thorough and comprehensive overview of the subject. Its clear explanations and practical exercises make it an ideal textbook for classroom use, while its introduction to modern geometry makes it a useful reference for anyone interested in the history and development of the subject.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.