Mental Geometry

Mental Geometry: Or Generalizations Of Geometrical Demonstrations In Planes Solids And Spherics Is A Book Written By Henry H. Holloway And First Published In 1864. The Book Is A Comprehensive Guide To The Principles Of Geometry With A Focus On The Mental Processes Involved In Solving Geometric Problems. The Author Presents A Series Of Generalizations Of Geometrical Demonstrations In Planes Solids And Spherics Providing Readers With A Deeper Understanding Of The Subject Matter.The Book Is Divided Into Three Parts Each Focusing On A Different Aspect Of Geometry. The First Part Covers Plane Geometry Including Topics Such As Lines Angles Triangles Circles And Polygons. The Second Part Covers Solid Geometry Including Topics Such As Prisms Pyramids Cylinders Cones And Spheres. The Third Part Covers Spherical Geometry Including Topics Such As The Properties Of Circles On A Sphere Spherical Triangles And The Measurement Of Angles On A Sphere.Throughout The Book The Author Emphasizes The Importance Of Mental Visualization And The Use Of Mental Imagery In Solving Geometric Problems. The Book Is Written In A Clear And Concise Style With Numerous Examples And Diagrams To Help Readers Understand The Concepts Presented.Mental Geometry: Or Generalizations Of Geometrical Demonstrations In Planes Solids And Spherics Is A Valuable Resource For Students And Teachers Of Geometry As Well As Anyone Interested In The Principles Of Geometry And The Mental Processes Involved In Solving Geometric Problems.This Scarce Antiquarian Book Is A Facsimile Reprint Of The Old Original And May Contain Some Imperfections Such As Library Marks And Notations. Because We Believe This Work Is Culturally Important We Have Made It Available As Part Of Our Commitment For Protecting Preserving And Promoting The World'S Literature In Affordable High Quality Modern Editions That Are True To Their Original Work.