Ruler & Compass
Ruler & Compass
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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.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| 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. |
| Note | Unavailable |