Ruler & Compass by Andrew Sutton

Ruler & Compass by Andrew Sutton

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Ruler & Compass by Andrew Sutton

How do you draw a heptagon? What about a heptakaidecagon? How do you fit circles perfectly into triangles? And around them? If the computer is down - could you do it with ruler and compass? In this unique pocket book, Andrew Sutton guides you through the once treasured principles of ruler and compass constructions, used for centuries by architects, carpenters, stonemasons and master craftsmen.
Designed to last until the lights go out, this is a timeless book. WODEN BOKS USA. Small books, BIG ideas. Tiny but packed with information. Stunning NEW YORK TIMES. Fascinating FINANCIAL TIMES. Beautiful LONDON REVIEW OF BOKS. Rich and Artful THE LANCET. Genuinely mind-expanding FORTEAN TIMES. Excellent NEW SCIENTIST.

How do you draw a heptagon? What about a heptakaidecagon? How do you fit circles perfectly into triangles? And around them? If the computer is down - could you do it with ruler and compass? In this unique pocket book, Andrew Sutton guides you through the once treasured principles of ruler and compass constructions, used for centuries by architects, carpenters, stonemasons and master craftsmen.
Designed to last until the lights go out, this is a timeless book. WODEN BOKS USA. Small books, BIG ideas. Tiny but packed with information. Stunning NEW YORK TIMES. Fascinating FINANCIAL TIMES. Beautiful LONDON REVIEW OF BOKS. Rich and Artful THE LANCET. Genuinely mind-expanding FORTEAN TIMES. Excellent NEW SCIENTIST.

Sutton, Andrew: - Andrew Sutton is a high school mathematics teacher based in the UK. He has taught in London and New York and has a special interest in mathematics in art.
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ISBN 13 9781952178092
ISBN 10 1952178096
Title Ruler & Compass
Author Andrew Sutton
Series Wooden Books North America Editions
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Wooden Books
Year published 2022-03-15
Number of pages 64
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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