Translation of Moufang's "Grundlagen der Geometrie"
Ruth Moufang, John Stillwell
TL;DR
This paper provides an English translation of Moufang's foundational notes on geometry from 1948, including additional translator notes, making his early geometric theories accessible to a modern audience.
Contribution
It offers the first complete English translation of Moufang's original geometric notes with supplementary translator insights, enhancing historical understanding.
Findings
Clarifies Moufang's geometric principles
Highlights historical development of geometry
Provides accessible translation for modern readers
Abstract
This is an English translation of Moufang's notes "Grundlagen der Geometrie" at the University of Frankfurt in 1948, with added notes by the translator.
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TopicsHistory and Theory of Mathematics · Mathematics and Applications