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Platonic and Archimedean Solids Daud Sutton

Platonic and Archimedean Solids By Daud Sutton

Platonic and Archimedean Solids by Daud Sutton


$14.49
Condition - Very Good
6 in stock

Summary

With hand-drawn woodcut-style images, this primer on three-dimensional space takes the reader on a journey into the world of the regular solids, with reference to Plato, Kepler and other famous figures from history who were obsessed with these forms. With detailed appendices, this is a book for specialists and amateurs alike.

Platonic and Archimedean Solids Summary

Platonic and Archimedean Solids by Daud Sutton

What sort of things happen when space crystallises? Why were primordial sages fascinated with five simple forms? Does the three-dimensional jigsaw fit simply together? If so how? Find out about one of the languages spoken throughout the universe! An understanding of the Platonic Solids, and their close cousins, the Archimedean Solids has long been required of students seeking entry into ancient wizdom schools. This book, illustrated by the author, is a beautiful introduction to three-dimensional mathemagical space. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.

About Daud Sutton

Daud Sutton is one of the world's most highly skilled generators of Islamic patterns, with commissions from publishers and royal households around the globe. He is currently writing a new book The Alchemist's Kitchen.

Additional information

GOR003183762
9781904263395
1904263399
Platonic and Archimedean Solids by Daud Sutton
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Wooden Books
2005-10-25
64
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This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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