Exercise book, 1800.

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Exercise book, 1800.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122503813

This manuscript contains notes, word problems, and arithmetic calculations for numerous mathematical exercises. Topics of study include single and double fractions, vulgar fractions, decimals, square and cubed roots, and mensuration. The latter notes techniques for measuring and calculating surface area and volume, with examples taken from such trades as glazing, painting, joining, sawing, bricklaying, carpentry work, slating, surveying, and digging. Several illustrations of mythical figures appear in multi-colored ink.

1 v. [45 leaves] : ill. (some col.) ; 33 cm.

Winterthur Library

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Miller, Godfrey, 1893-1964

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Godfrey Miller was a math student in 1800. From the description of Exercise book, 1800. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 122503813 G. C. Miller, 1893-1964, artist, was born in New Zealand and began his career as an architect. After fighting in World War I he travelled widely, and in 1929 began to study art at the Slade School in London. He left in 1938 and returned to Australia, living first in Victoria, then moving to Sydney. From the description of Pap...