A Mathematical Exploration: The Method of Exhaustion and its Limitations
A mathematical technique used to find areas and perimeters by inscribing and circumscribing polygons with increasing sides, developed by ancient Greeks like Archimedes.
Pythagoras
The Origins of Mathematical Inquiry
An in-depth study of the origins of mathematical inquiry, exploring its history, key figures, and contributions.
The Discovery of Incommensurables: A Challenge to Pythagoras' Philosophy
A challenge to Pythagoras' philosophy on incommensurables, their discovery and impact on Euclidean geometry.
The Evolution of Orphic Beliefs: A Comparative Analysis
An accessible guide to Orphic beliefs, exploring their emergence, key concepts, and impact on Western thought.
The Orphics and the Origins of Mystical Philosophy
The Orphics, an ancient Greek ascetic sect, emphasized enthusiasm and mystic knowledge, influencing Western philosophy.