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An Elementary Treatise Of Spherical Geometry And Trigonometry (1854)

An Elementary Treatise Of Spherical Geometry And Trigonometry (1854)

Stanley, Anthony Dumond

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ISBN10: 1165305704
ISBN13: 9781165305704
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 122
Weight: 0.38
Height: 0.26 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
An Elementary Treatise of Spherical Geometry and Trigonometry, originally published in 1854, is a comprehensive guide to the principles and applications of spherical geometry and trigonometry. Written by Anthony Dumond Stanley, an American mathematician and professor at the University of Michigan, this book covers a wide range of topics related to the study of spherical shapes and their properties, including the measurement of angles, the calculation of distances and areas, and the application of spherical trigonometry to navigation, astronomy, and geodesy.The book begins with an introduction to the basic concepts of spherical geometry, including the definition of a sphere, the properties of great circles and small circles, and the measurement of angles on a sphere. It then moves on to more advanced topics such as spherical triangles, the Law of Cosines and Sines, and the calculation of spherical areas and volumes.In the second part of the book, Stanley provides a thorough treatment of spherical trigonometry, including the derivation of the fundamental formulas for solving spherical triangles, the solution of oblique triangles, and the use of spherical trigonometry in navigation, astronomy, and geodesy. He also includes a number of practical examples and exercises to help readers master the concepts and techniques presented in the book.Overall, An Elementary Treatise of Spherical Geometry and Trigonometry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of spherical shapes and their applications in mathematics, science, and engineering. With its clear explanations, detailed examples, and practical exercises, it remains a classic text in the field of spherical geometry and trigonometry.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.

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