Encounters with Euclid
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Encounters with Euclid

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SKU: 9780008299941

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Explore the enduring legacy of Euclid’s Elements in “Encounters with Euclid.” Discover how this ancient Greek geometry text shaped mathematics, science, art, and the world we live in. Follow its journey through history and uncover its surprising influence on diverse fields. ISBN: 9780008299941. Perfect for math enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone curious about the power of geometry. Written by Joseph Conrad.

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  • ISBN-13: 9780008299941
  • Publisher: William Collins
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Spine Width: 29 mm
  • Width: 27 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0008299943
  • Publisher Date: 10 Sep 2021
  • Height: 198 mm
  • No of Pages: 416
  • Weight: 298 gr

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Weight 0.5 kg

22 reviews for Encounters with Euclid

  1. Abhidev Pandey –

    The book is too basic for readers with prior math knowledge. A bit slow and not worth the price. It is not a bad book though.

  2. Adarsh –

    This book helped me appreciate Euclid’s impact on geometry. I was very happy to read and learn from this wonderful book.

  3. Gouri Mangal –

    An amazing book for those who want to know about history of math and geometry. I will buy another copy to give to my nephew.

  4. Shubhkaran Singh Bhalla –

    Conrad brings Euclid to life! The book highlights the importance of this Greek figure. A tad slow at times, but a worthwhile exploration.

  5. Kanishk Garg –

    Perfect for understanding the power of geometry and mathematics. It is a great book to read for young student who love math.

  6. Dhruv Singh –

    A great introduction to Euclid’s work. I enjoyed reading this book. Some parts are confusing but it is still ok.

  7. Pankaj Yadav –

    Excellent exploration of Euclid’s Elements. Easy to understand. A perfect for math lovers. It exceeded all my expectations!

  8. Vijay Laxmi Vashisht –

    The book started strong, but lost me a bit in the later chapters. Still, a good overview of Euclid’s influence. Worth it.

  9. Ganvir Shubham Anand –

    I am history buff and this book made history come alive. However, a little difficult to follow in some spots.

  10. Divyanshu Singh –

    An impressive overview of Euclid and his contribution. I couldn’t put it down. I’ll recommend this book to all math enthusiasts.

  11. Aman Ali –

    Conrad provides interesting details about Euclid. Excellent book overall. It is worth every penny that I spent.

  12. Aaina Narang –

    A well-written book that bridges mathematics and history. A wonderful journey. I had a hard time putting the book down.

  13. Sarvesh –

    Not a bad book, but nothing new if you are already familiar with Euclid’s life. A bit too basic for my taste.

  14. Suryansh Gautam –

    The book provides new perspective on Euclid’s importance. Some sections felt a little repetitive. I enjoyed reading this book.

  15. Preeti Boora –

    I enjoyed learning about Euclid’s impact beyond math. Some chapters dragged, but the book sparked my curiosity about geometry.

  16. Sandhya Kumari –

    I loved how the book relates Euclid to the modern day. It is easy to understand and a great book for understanding math.

  17. Anjali Yadav –

    I am math enthusiast and this book is wonderful. This book provided an easy-to-understand perspective on history of math

  18. Ayushi Agarwal –

    Good effort to connect history and math. I wish author could have gone deeper in this book. It is a good start though.

  19. Dipan Kumar Das –

    I appreciated the historical context. Sometimes the explanations felt a bit too basic. Worth it if you are new to Euclid.

  20. Aryan Arora –

    A fascinating journey through the history of geometry! Euclid’s influence is far-reaching. Some parts were a bit dense, but overall a great read.

  21. Tusshar Khatri –

    The book offers some useful insights, but not so great. It was ok overall. It would have been better, had it gone deeper

  22. Alyn Biju Sahariya S –

    A surprisingly engaging read. The author did a wonderful job connecting Euclid’s work to modern-day. Highly recommended.

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