Thomas Little Heath Livres

The work delves into the intricate properties of conics, showcasing the pioneering contributions of Apollonius of Perga, a significant figure in geometry and astronomy. His methodologies and terminology have shaped the thinking of renowned mathematicians throughout history. This comprehensive account is essential for serious mathematicians and historians, offering insights into conic sections that remain relevant today. The republished edition includes a biography of Apollonius, enhancing the reader's understanding of his impact on the field.

This definitive edition presents the complete Euclid, featuring the full text established by Heiberg, encompassing nearly 2,500 years of mathematical and historical study. This unabridged republication includes all 13 books of the Elements, accompanied by a critical apparatus that meticulously analyzes each definition, postulate, and proposition. It delves into textual and linguistic aspects, mathematical interpretations of Euclid’s concepts, and insights from classical, medieval, Renaissance, and modern commentators, supplemented by extensive quotations. The introduction spans 151 pages, covering Euclid's life, other works, Greek and Islamic commentators, surviving manuscripts, scholia, translations, and the foundations of his thought. Volume 1 includes Books I and II, addressing straight lines, angles, intersections, triangles, and parallelograms. Volume 2 encompasses Books III-IX, discussing circles, tangents, segments, ratios, proportions, polygons, prime numbers, and more. Volume 3 covers Books X to XIII, exploring planes, solid angles, and the method of exhaustion in similar polygons, pyramids, cones, cylinders, and spheres. An appendix features Books XIV and XV, which are sometimes attributed to Euclid.

Focusing on Archimedes' historical significance, this classic text from 1897 explores his groundbreaking methods and discoveries. It offers insightful translations of his writings, providing readers with a deeper understanding of his contributions to mathematics and science. The book situates Archimedes within his historical context, highlighting the impact of his work on future generations.

Volume 1 of an authoritative two-volume set that covers the essentials of mathematics and includes every landmark innovation and every important figure. This volume features Euclid, Apollonius, others.

"In his commentary on Habakkuk, Heath Thomas provides an accessible introduction to this short but relevant prophetic book. His theological and interpretive essays orient all readers to the riches of this book and its relevance for the Christian life today."--Back cover

Renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to mathematics, physics, and engineering, Archimedes is celebrated as one of history's greatest mathematicians and scientists. His discoveries, including the principles of density and buoyancy, have had a lasting impact on various scientific fields. His work not only advanced theoretical knowledge but also laid the groundwork for practical applications in engineering and mechanics.

The perspective that enabled Sir Thomas Heath to understand the Greek genius -- deep intimacy with languages, literatures, philosophy, and all the sciences -- brought him perhaps closer to his beloved subjects and to their own ideal of educated men, than is common or even possible today. Heath read the original texts with a critical, scrupulous eye, and brought to this definitive two-volume history the insights of a mathematician communicated with the clarity of classically taught English

Focusing on the revolutionary ideas of Aristarchus of Samos, this book explores the evolution of Greek astronomy, highlighting key astronomers and philosophers leading to his groundbreaking heliocentric model. It provides a detailed overview of early astronomical theories and includes the original Greek text alongside a translation of Aristarchus's significant work, On the Sizes and Distances of the Sun and Moon. This edition serves as a valuable resource for historians and students interested in the development of astronomical thought in ancient Greece.