Euclid Poems

Euclid is often considered the Father of Geometry. However, given some quick research I did about Euclid, he did not invent all concepts of geometry but did develop the discipline of geometry by creating a textbook called the Elements. This textbook was filled with his organized ideas and acted as a source of geometric reasoning which future mathematicians used to expand upon. As well, little is known about Euclid's life aside from his mathematical contributions. 

While analyzing the poem by Edna St.Vincent Millay I noticed there was a large focus around beauty. From my interpretation I believe Millay was suggesting that Euclid's mathematical work had beauty. When Millay refers to the sandal set in stone, I imagine she is referring to Euclid's work in mathematics and the beauty of it being a long lasting and integral part of mathematical history as it is set in stone.

While analyzing the poem by David Kramer, I had a bit of a difficult time trying to figure out what he was trying to portray throughout the poem. Again, like the previous poem there was a focus on beauty, but this time it seemed more geared towards the beauty of poetry and the poem itself. However, I also think this poet is trying to bring attention to Euclid’s mathematical contributions and their lasting impressions as he again refers to what I imagine is Euclid’s mathematical work and its beauty being set in stone. The last line of this poem made me wonder if the poet is making reference to the idea that Euclid’s mathematical work is beautiful, being controversial.

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Who is Euclid and What Did He Do? Retrieved October 22, 2020, fromhttps://biography.yourdictionary.com/articles/who-is-euclid-and-what-did-he-do.html