Non-Euclidean Geometry: A Critical And Historical Study Of Its Development (1912)

Non-Euclidean Geometry: A Critical and Historical Study of Its Development is a book written by Roberto Bonola in 1912. The book is an in-depth exploration of non-Euclidean geometry, a branch of mathematics that challenges the traditional Euclidean geometry. Bonola provides a historical account of the development of non-Euclidean geometry, starting with the works of Bolyai and Lobachevsky in the early 19th century. Throughout the book, Bonola analyzes the fundamental concepts of non-Euclidean geometry, such as the parallel postulate and the concept of curvature. He also discusses the various applications of non-Euclidean geometry, including its use in physics and astronomy. The book is written in a clear and concise language, making it accessible to both mathematicians and non-mathematicians. It includes numerous diagrams and illustrations to aid in understanding the concepts presented. Overall, Non-Euclidean Geometry: A Critical and Historical Study of Its Development is a comprehensive guide to the history and concepts of non-Euclidean geometry. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in 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.