Julia E. Diggins
String, Straight-edge and Shadow: The Story of Geometry
String, Straight-edge and Shadow: The Story of Geometry
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This engaging book weaves together history and legend to explain the story of geometry and the discoveries of the most famous mathematicians. A useful and inspiring book for those teaching geometry.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 152 pages
Publication date: 15 June 2018
Publisher: Floris Books
From the earliest civilizations that marveled at the geometric beauty of nature, such as the beehive and bird's nest, to ancient societies that pondered the exquisite forms of geometry and wondered why, the history of geometry spans thousands of years. Using only three simple tools—the string, the straight-edge, and the shadow—humans unveiled the fundamental principles and constructions of elementary geometry. This captivating book weaves together history and legend to reconstruct the groundbreaking discoveries of mathematics's most renowned figures. Through illustrations and diagrams, readers can follow the logical reasoning that led to the ingenious proof of the Pythagorean theorem, the profound significance of the Golden Mean in art and architecture, and the construction of the five regular solids.
This insightful and engaging book makes geometry accessible to all, revealing how the knowledge and wisdom of countless cultures have shaped our civilization today. String, Straight-edge, and Shadow is also a valuable and inspiring resource for those teaching geometry in Steiner-Waldorf classrooms, providing a practical and imaginative approach to this subject.
Weight: 278g
Dimension: 201 x 187 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781782504986
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