Leibniz on the Parallel Postulate and the Foundations of Geometry The Unpublished Manuscripts
This book offers a general introduction to the geometrical studies of Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz (1646-1716) and his mathematical epistemology. In particular, it focuses on his theory of parallel lines and his attempts to prove the famous Parallel Postulate. Furthermore it explains the role that Leib...
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Format: | eBook |
Language: | English |
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Springer International Publishing
2016, 2016
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Edition: | 1st ed. 2016 |
Series: | Science Networks. Historical Studies
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Collection: | Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- 1.Introduction
- 2.The Theory of Parallel Lines in the Age of Leibniz
- 3.Leibniz’ Epistemology of Geometry and the Parallel Postulate
- 4.Leibniz’ Attempts to prove the Parallel Postulate
- 5.Reception and Legacy
- Leibniz’ Texts on Parallel Lines
- Bibliography