Foundations Of Geometry

by Gerard A. Venema

For sophomore/junior-level courses in Geometry; especially appropriate for students that will go on to teach high-school mathematics. This text comfortably serves as a bridge between lower-level mathematics courses (calculus and linear algebra) and upper-level courses (real analysis and abstract algebra). It fully implements the latest national standards and recommendations regarding geometry for the preparation of high school mathematics teachers. Foundations of Geometry particularly teaches good proof-writing skills, emphasizes the historical development of geometry, and addresses certain issues concerning the place of geometry in human culture.

Genres: Mathematics, Geometry

448 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 2004

Reviews

[Natalie Goodman · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was an easy to follow textbook. I dunno if it's my professor, the content, or just the fact that I'm coming off of a semester in Real Analysis, but this felt like a fun cake-walk. I will happily do Geometric proofs for the remainder of my days, and I won't even hate it. Look at me enjoying mathematical proofs! It's a miracle!!