John Greig (mathematician)
John Greig (1759–1819) was an English mathematician. He died at Somers Town, London, on 19 January 1819, aged 60.
Works
He taught mathematics and wrote:
- The Young Lady's Guide to Arithmetic, London, 1798; many editions, the last in 1864.
- Introduction to the Use of the Globes, 1805 ; three editions.
- A New Introduction to Arithmetic, London, 1805.
- A System of Astronomy on the simple plan of Geography, London, 1810.
- Astrography, or the Heavens displayed, London, 1810.
- The World displayed, or the Characteristic Features of Nature and Art, London, 1810.
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References
- Dictionary of National Biography. London: Smith, Elder & Co. 1885–1900. .
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