Thābit Ibn Qurra's Restoration of Euclid's Data
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"Thābit Ibn Qurra's Restoration of Euclid's Data" by Nathan Sidoli, Yoichi Isahaya is a mathematics book and learning resource focused on Core Mathematics. Best for teachers, students, and readers looking for stronger mathematical understanding.
This book provides a critical edition, translation, and study of the version of Euclid's treatise made by Thābit ibn Qurra, which is the earliest Arabic version that we have in its entirety. This monograph study examines the conceptual differences between the Greek and Arabic versions of the treatise, beginning with a discussion of the concept of "given" as it was developed by Greek mathematicians. This is followed by a short account of the various medieval versions of the text and a discussion of the manuscripts used in this volume. Finally, the Arabic text and an English translation are provided, followed by a critical commentary.
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"Thābit Ibn Qurra's Restoration of Euclid's Data" by Nathan Sidoli, Yoichi Isahaya is a mathematics book and learning resource focused on Core Mathematics. Best for teachers, students, and readers looking for stronger mathematical understanding.
Topic: Core Mathematics
Author: Nathan Sidoli, Yoichi Isahaya
Who this is for:
- Teachers and classroom instructors
- Students building subject mastery
- Readers looking for practical learning support
Why this book matters: It stands out as a practical math resource that helps explain concepts, strengthen problem-solving, and support classroom or independent learning.
This book provides a critical edition, translation, and study of the version of Euclid's treatise made by Thābit ibn Qurra, which is the earliest Arabic version that we have in its entirety. This monograph study examines the conceptual differences between the Greek and Arabic versions of the treatise, beginning with a discussion of the concept of "given" as it was developed by Greek mathematicians. This is followed by a short account of the various medieval versions of the text and a discussion of the manuscripts used in this volume. Finally, the Arabic text and an English translation are provided, followed by a critical commentary.
| Author | Nathan Sidoli, Yoichi Isahaya |
| Publisher | Springer |
| Published | 2019-09-17 |
| ISBN-13 | 9783030068929 |
| Binding | Paperback |
| Pages | 382 |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Mathematics | History & Philosophy ; Mathematics | Geometry | General |
| Topic | Core Mathematics |
| Series | Sources and Studies in the History of Mathematics and Physic |
Format: Paperback
Length: 382 pages
Language: English
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