The Thirteen Books of Euclid's Elements; The Works of Archimedes Including The Method; On Conic Sections by Apollonius of Perga; Introduction to Arithmetic by Nicomachus of Gerasa

The book is in very good condition with a solid brown hardcover. There is no dust jacket, but the binding is intact and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or library markings. The spine shows minimal wear, indicating careful handling.

This hardcover edition, published by Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. in 1952, brings together foundational works of mathematics by Euclid, Archimedes, Apollonius of Perga, and Nichomachus of Gerasa. The volume includes "The Thirteen Books of Euclid's Elements," "The Works of Archimedes Including the Method," "On Conic Sections," and "Introduction to Arithmetic." Each work is a cornerstone in the field of mathematics, offering insights into geometry, arithmetic, and conic sections. This particular printing offers a comprehensive collection of these classical texts, translated by notable scholars and reprinted by arrangement with prestigious academic presses. The book is bound in a sturdy brown hardcover, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of mathematical history. The absence of a dust jacket and the clean condition of the book suggest it has been well-preserved. This edition is a valuable resource for those interested in the historical development of mathematical thought.