Principles And Application Of Imaginary Quantities, Books 1-2 (1817)

The Principles and Application of Imaginary Quantities is a two-volume book written by Benjamin Gompertz in 1817. This book is a comprehensive study of imaginary numbers and their applications in mathematics. The first volume covers the basic principles of imaginary quantities, including their definition, properties, and arithmetic operations. Gompertz also provides examples of how imaginary numbers are used in solving equations and in geometry.The second volume of the book focuses on the application of imaginary quantities in various fields of science, such as physics, astronomy, and engineering. Gompertz explains how imaginary numbers are used to represent physical quantities, such as electric current and magnetic fields, and how they are used in the study of wave phenomena.Throughout the book, Gompertz emphasizes the practical applications of imaginary quantities, making it a valuable resource for students and professionals in mathematics and science. The Principles and Application of Imaginary Quantities is a seminal work in the field of imaginary numbers and remains relevant to this day.To Which Are Added Some Observations Of Porisms, Being The First Of A Series Of Original Tracts On Various Parts Of The Mathematics.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.