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100 1 _aDee, John,
_d1527-1608
245 1 4 _aThe Mathematicall Praeface to Elements of Geometrie of Euclid of Megara
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2007-07-13
508 _aLouise Hope, David Starner, Suzanne Lybarger and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"The Mathematicall Praeface to Elements of Geometrie of Euclid of Megara" by John Dee is a scholarly work associated with mathematical literature written in the late 16th century. This treatise serves as an introduction to the translations of Euclid's geometric works, providing significant insights into the importance of mathematics and geometry for personal and societal development. The book emphasizes the foundational nature of Euclidian principles in understanding more complex mathematical concepts and applications. The opening of the text sets a contemplative tone, highlighting the value of mathematical sciences and their influence on the soul and mind of humankind. Dee stresses that true knowledge is gained through diligent study of geometry, specifically through Euclid’s methodical approach. He outlines the different mathematical disciplines, includes a historical context for their significance, and addresses the challenges faced by scholars in bringing this knowledge to a wider English-speaking audience. John Dee’s preface ultimately serves as an encouragement for readers to engage deeply with the studies of mathematics in pursuit of wisdom and a better understanding of the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGeometry -- Early works to 1800
653 _aPhilosophy -- Early works to 1800
653 _aMathematics -- Early works to 1800
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22062
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