Book Description | ""Account of the Life and Writings of Robert Simson: Late Professor of Mathematics in the University of Glasgow"" is a biographical book written by William Trail in 1812. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and works of Robert Simson, who was a renowned Scottish mathematician and professor of mathematics at the University of Glasgow. The author has meticulously researched Simson's life and achievements, including his contributions to the field of mathematics, his teaching methods, and his personal life. The book also includes an analysis of Simson's works on Euclid's Elements, which were considered groundbreaking at the time. Overall, ""Account of the Life and Writings of Robert Simson"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mathematics and the life of one of its most prominent figures.""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. |