On the Study and Difficulties of Mathematics

On the Study and Difficulties of Mathematics is a book written by Augustus De Morgan, a prominent mathematician and logician of the 19th century. In this book, De Morgan discusses the challenges that students face when studying mathematics, and provides advice on how to overcome them. He covers a wide range of topics, including the importance of understanding mathematical concepts, the role of intuition in problem-solving, and the benefits of practicing regularly. De Morgan also addresses common misconceptions about mathematics and offers insights into the nature of mathematical reasoning. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an invaluable resource for students of mathematics at all levels. Overall, On the Study and Difficulties of Mathematics is a timeless classic that continues to inspire and guide generations of mathematicians and students.1910. Augustus De Morgan was an important innovator in the field of logic. In addition, he made many contributions to the field of mathematics and the chronicling of the history of mathematics. He writes in the Preface that his object has been to notice particularly several points in the principles of algebra and geometry, which have not obtained their due importance in our elementary works on these sciences. Contents: On Arithmetical Notation; Elementary Rules of Arithmetic; Arithmetical Fractions; Decimal Fractions; Algebraical Notation and Principles; Elementary Rules of Algebra; Equations of the First Degree; On the Negative Sign, etc.; Equations of the Second Degree; On Roots in General, and Logarithms; On the Study of Algebra; On the Definitions of Geometry; On Geometrical Reasoning; On Axioms; On Proportion; and Application of Algebra to the Measurement of Lines, Angles, Proportion of Figures and Surfaces. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.