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This volume combines an introduction to central collineations with an introduction to projective geometry, set in its historical context and aiming to provide the reader with a general history through the middle of the nineteenth century. Topics covered include but are not limited to: The Projective Plane and Central Collineations The Geometry of Euclid's Elements Conic Sections in Early Modern Europe Applications of Conics in History With rare exception, the only prior knowledge required is a background in high school geometry. As a proof-based treatment, this monograph will be of interest to those who enjoy logical thinking, and could also be used in a geometry course that emphasizes projective geometry.

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This is a historically very well informed look at projective geometry, central collineations, and conics. The reader is exposed to both a wealth of results in projective geometry and to the motivations behind them ... . The author has rendered a genuine service to the reader interested in this topic, as there is no contemporary book one could turn to both learn the basic techniques of projective geometry and to find out about its historical intricacies. (Victor V. Pambuccian, zbMATH 1460.51001, 2021)

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