The Cartoon Guide to Geometry

The Cartoon Guide to Geometry is a comprehensive primer on geometry, written by Larry Gonick, that helps struggling high school and college students thrive in the subject. It covers basic precepts, planes, lines, and points, and elaborate proofs, and is tailored to the curriculum standards and standardized testing guidelines.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 29 February 2024
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

The New York Times bestselling Cartoon Guide series by cartoonist Larry Gonick has been a lifesaver for struggling high school and college students. With millions of copies sold worldwide, his books on algebra, calculus, physics, history, and many other subjects have helped students excel in the most challenging courses. Now, Gonick turns his attention to the last big mathematical subject he has not yet covered: geometry.

Moving from the most basic precepts of geometry—planes, lines, and points—to elaborate proofs, The Cartoon Guide to Geometry is a comprehensive primer on all the essential ideas of the subject: angles, triangles, area, similarity, and, yes, the Pythagorean theorem. As with Gonick's other books, the material is carefully tailored to the curriculum standards and standardized testing guidelines of the subject, ensuring that students emerge from The Cartoon Guide to Geometry with a deep grasp of the key ideas.

And Gonick's lively storytelling, wit, and beautiful art ensure that students will stay engaged with the material, as complex concepts are made clear.

The book is divided into four parts: "Planes, Lines, and Points," "Angles," "Triangles," and "Area, Similarity, and the Pythagorean Theorem." Each part is filled with colorful illustrations, diagrams, and examples that make the material easy to understand and remember.

In addition to its comprehensive coverage of geometry, The Cartoon Guide to Geometry also includes helpful tips and strategies for solving problems and improving your math skills. Gonick's witty and relatable writing style makes the book enjoyable to read, even for students who may not be particularly interested in math.

Whether you're a student struggling with geometry or a teacher looking for a fun and effective way to teach the subject, The Cartoon Guide to Geometry is a must-have resource. With its engaging and informative content, it will help you unlock the secrets of geometry and achieve success in your math studies.

Weight: 454g
Dimension: 235 x 187 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780063157576