The Fourth Dimension

Originally published in 1921, this book by renowned British mathematician E. H. Neville attempts to develop geometrical methods in four-dimensional space.

E. H. Neville (Author)

9781316633328, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 23 February 2017

66 pages
21.6 x 14.1 x 0.4 cm, 0.1 kg

Originally published in 1921, this book was written by the renowned British mathematician E. H. Neville (1889–1961). The text constitutes an attempt to develop geometrical methods in four-dimensional space. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the works of Neville, geometry and the history of mathematics.

Note
Introduction
1. Points
2. Steps and vectors
3. Veclines, vecplanes, and vecspaces
4. The determination of vecspaces by equations
5. Measurement, directions and angles
6. Lines, planes, and spaces
7. Translation, reflection, and rotation
Appendix
Index of terms defined.

Subject Areas: History of mathematics [PBX]