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The First Six Books Of The Elements Of Euclid: In Which Coloured Diagrams And Symbols Are Used Instead Of Letters For The Greate
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Primary Elements: Euclid In Living Color Nearly A Century Before Mondrian Made Geometrical Red, Yellow, And Blue Lines Famous, 19Th Century Mathematician Oliver Byrne Employed The Color Scheme For The Figures And Diagrams In His Most Unusual 1847 Edition Of Euclid'S Elements. The Author Makes It Clear In His Subtitle That This Is A Didactic Measure Intended To Distinguish His Edition From All Others: The Elements Of Euclid In Which Coloured Diagrams And Symbols Are Used Instead Of Letters For The Greater Ease Of Learners. As Surveyor Of Her Majestys Settlements In The Falkland Islands, Byrne Had Already Published Mathematical And Engineering Works Previous To 1847, But Never Anything Like His Edition On Euclid. This Remarkable Example Of Victorian Printing Has Been Described As One Of The Oddest And Most Beautiful Books Of The 19Th Century.Each Proposition Is Set In Caslon Italic, With A Fourline Initial, While The Rest Of The Page Is A Unique Riot Of Red, Yellow, And Blue. On Some Pages, Letters And Numbers Only Are Printed In Color, Sprinkled Over The Pages Like Tiny Wild Flowers And Demanding The Most Meticulous Alignment Of The Different Color Plates For Printing. Elsewhere, Solid Squares, Triangles, And Circles Are Printed In Bright Colors, Expressing A Verve Not Seen Again On The Pages Of A Book Until The Era Of Dufy, Matisse, And Derain. Text In English, French, And German
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of Oliver Byrne's edition of Euclid? A: Oliver Byrne's edition focuses on using colored diagrams and symbols instead of letters to facilitate learning, making it distinct and visually engaging.
- Q: What year was this edition of Euclid published? A: This edition was originally published in 1847, with the reprint released on December 15, 2013.
- Q: Who is the author of this edition? A: The author of this edition is Werner Oechslin, who is known for his work in mathematics and engineering.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed in 'Very Good' condition, indicating it has been well cared for with minimal signs of wear.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 396 pages filled with unique colored diagrams and textual content.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition features a hardcover binding, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in geometry? A: Yes, the use of colored diagrams instead of letters is intended to make it easier for beginners to understand geometric concepts.
- Q: In which languages is the text available? A: The text is available in English, French, and German.
- Q: What unique features does this book offer? A: This book offers a distinctive visual approach with colored diagrams and a unique layout that enhances the learning experience.
- Q: Can this book be used for educational purposes? A: Yes, it is suitable for educational purposes, particularly for teaching geometry in a more engaging way.