The circulation is second only to the Bible's Elements

1、 Ptolemy once asked Euclid if there was a shortcut to learning geometry. Euclid replied, "In geometry, there is no avenue specially laid for kings

2、 The Greek original copy of the Elements has been lost, and all modern versions are based on the revised version written by the Greek commentator Theon (about 700 years later than Euclid).

3、 The book 'Elements' consists entirely of abstract definitions, axioms, and theorems, without any content that solves practical problems. However, due to its rigorous theoretical system, it still receives attention in mathematics education and research.

4、 After the 12th century, "Elements of Geometry" was adopted as a university textbook. Around 1500, with the emergence of printing technology, this work was quickly reprinted in large quantities, with over 1000 versions appearing. Its circulation and dissemination were second only to the Bible, making it the most extensively reproduced and researched book in Western world history.