Elementary Geometry from an Advanced Standpoint, Third Edition

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Summary: The new Elements
Review: Beginning by the elementary axioms the author builds all the great geometry theorems and formulas. Like a great romance, after begin to read you don't want stop until end.

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Summary: Geometry with a twinkle in the eye
Review: This is probably the only math book I've actually read in its entirety. Moise delivers what could be very dry material with a lightness and sense of humor that kept me poking on through the book. The connections to other areas of math, especially (and not surprisingly) non-Euclidean geometries, is a big plus. I also liked the occasional historical interludes. There are a few spots where you may not see good pointers to the figures provided, but in general it is very clear what the author is referring to. The problem sets and Moise's own explanations afford excellent practice for the "proof-challenged," as well. I keep this book on my shelf as "ready reference." I wish Moise had written more math books!