Author : A. Wentworth
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ISBN 13 : 9781332162321
Total Pages : 166 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (623 download)
Book Synopsis First Steps in Geometry (Classic Reprint) by : A. Wentworth
Download or read book First Steps in Geometry (Classic Reprint) written by A. Wentworth and published by . This book was released on 2015-08-04 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from First Steps in Geometry This book is intended to be an introduction to elementary geometry. It aims to make clear by illustrations, definitions, and exercises the exact meaning of the straight line, parallel lines, axial and central symmetry, loci of points, equal figures, equivalent figures, similar figures, and measurements of lines, surfaces, and solids. It aims also to make the learner familiar with the most important theorems, and to teach him to draw, with instruments and free-hand, accurate figures both plane and solid. The pupil who begins the study of any of the common textbooks in geometry with a clear knowledge of the subject matter on this book, and with skill in drawing geometric figures will have a great advantage over the pupil who begins the study without such knowledge and skill; for he can then give his whole attention to the processes of abstract reasoning employed in the demonstrations of propositions. We acknowledge our indebtedness to Dr. Francis K. Ball of Phillips Exeter Academy, who has read all the proof sheets, and given us the benefit of his criticisms. A box of drawing instruments can be had of the publishers at a moderate price. The student should also have a small T square and a block of paper. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.