An Elementary Treatise on Conic Sections by Charles Smith
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About this book :-
This text is a classic textbook that provides a clear and methodical introduction to conic sections—curves like ellipses, parabolas, and hyperbolas. It is comprehensive guide to the study of conic sections. The book uses coordinate geometry to explain these curves, making it accessible to students. It also discusses the different methods of construction and measurement of these curves. It includes numerous examples, exercises, and illustrations to help readers understand the concepts. This book is suitable for students preparing for college scholarships and serves as a solid foundation for more advanced studies in geometry and conic sections.
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Title:
An Elementary Treatise on Conic Sections by Charles Smith
Publisher:
The Macmillan Company
Year:
1905
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Type:
PDF
Language:
English
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About Author :-
The author
Charles Smith
was a British mathematician and educator. He studied at Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, where he later became a Fellow, Tutor, and Master. Smith served as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cambridge from 1895 to 1897. He authored several influential textbooks, including An Elementary Treatise on Conic Sections.
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