Geometry: Euclid and Beyond by Hartshorne

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In summary, "Geometry: Euclid and Beyond" by Robin Hartshorne is an excellent guide to understanding Euclid's "Elements" and delving deeper into geometry. The book covers Euclid's axiomatic method, Hilbert's axioms, geometry over fields, segment arithmetic, area, construction problems and field extensions, non-Euclidean geometry, and polyhedra. With plenty of material for self-study, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in geometry at the undergraduate level.

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Table of Contents:
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[*] Euclid's Geometry
[LIST]
[*] A First Look at Euclid's Elements
[*] Ruler and Compass Constructions
[*] Euclid's Axiomatic Method
[*] Construction of the Regular Pentagon
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[*] Hilbert's Axioms
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[*] Axioms of Incidence
[*] Axioms of Betweenness
[*] Axioms of Congruence for Line Segments
[*] Axioms of Congruence for Angles
[*] Hilber Planes
[*] Intersection of Lines and Circles
[*] Euclidean Planes
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[*] Geometry over Fields
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[*] The Real Cartesian Plane
[*] Abstract Fields and Incidence
[*] Ordered Field and Betweenness
[*] Congruence of Segments and Angles
[*] Rigid Motions and SAS
[*] Non-Archimedean Geometry
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[*] Segment Arithmetic
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[*] Addition and Multiplication of Line Segments
[*] Similar Triangles
[*] Introduction of Coordinates
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[*] Area
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[*] Area in Euclid's Geometry
[*] Measure of Area Functions
[*] Dissection
[*] Quadratura Circuli
[*] Euclid's Theory of Volume
[*] Hilbert's Third Problem
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[*] Construction Problems and Field Extensions
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[*] Three Famous Problems
[*] The Regular 17-Sided Polygon
[*] Constructions with Compass and Marked Ruler
[*] Cubic and Quartic Equation
[*] Appendix: Finite Field Extensions
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[*] Non-Euclidean Geometry
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[*] History of the Parallel Postulate
[*] Neutral Geometry
[*] Archimedean Neutral Geometry
[*] Non-Euclidean Area
[*] Circular Inversion
[*] Digression: Circles Determined by Three Conditions
[*] The Poincaré Geometry
[*] Hilbert's Arithmetic of Ends
[*] Hyperbolic Trigonometry
[*] Characterization of Hilbert Planes
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[*] Polyhedra
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[*] The Five Regular Solids
[*] Euler's and Cauchy's Theorems
[*] Semiregular and Face-Regular Polyhedra
[*] Symmetry Groups of Polyhedra
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[*] Appendix: Brief Euclid
[*] Notes
[*] References
[*] List of Axioms
[*] Index of Euclid's Propositions
[*] Index
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Outstanding guide to Euclid. This opens up Euclid and makes one see why that is such a great book. And goes much further. Enough beautiful material for years of self study.
 

1. What is the main purpose of "Geometry: Euclid and Beyond" by Hartshorne?

The main purpose of this book is to present a comprehensive and modern treatment of Euclidean geometry, which is the study of geometric figures and their properties in two and three dimensions.

2. Is this book suitable for beginners in geometry?

No, this book is not suitable for beginners in geometry. It is intended for readers who already have a strong foundation in basic geometry and are looking to deepen their understanding of the subject.

3. What makes this book different from other books on Euclidean geometry?

This book is unique in its approach to Euclidean geometry, as it combines classical methods with modern techniques from algebra and topology. It also covers a wide range of topics, including projective geometry and non-Euclidean geometry.

4. Is this book only for mathematicians?

No, this book is not only for mathematicians. While it is written for a mathematically literate audience, it can also be a valuable resource for anyone interested in the beauty and intricacies of geometry.

5. Are there any prerequisites for reading this book?

In order to fully understand the content of this book, readers should have a solid understanding of basic algebra, geometry, and calculus. Familiarity with abstract mathematical concepts, such as groups and fields, is also helpful.

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