Space and Geometry In the Light of Physiological, Psychological, and Physical Inquiry

These three essays by an eminent philosopher and scientist explore the nature, origin, and development of our concepts of space from the points of view of the senses, history, and physics. Most books on the foundations of geometry emphasize only a single perspective-that of logic, epistemology, psychology, history, or the formal technology of the science. These authoritative essays examine the subject from every direction, with a distinctness and precision suitable for both undergraduate students and other readers. Unabridged republication of the classic 1906 edition. Translated from the German by Thomas J. McCormack. 25 figures.Mach, Ernst is the author of 'Space and Geometry In the Light of Physiological, Psychological, and Physical Inquiry', published 2004 under ISBN 9780486439099 and ISBN 0486439097.