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King Of Infinite Space: Donald Coxeter, The Man Who Saved Geometry,New
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There Is Perhaps No Better Way To Prepare For The Scientific Breakthroughs Of Tomorrow Than To Learn The Language Of Geometry.' Brian Greene, Author Of The Elegant Universethe Word 'Geometry' Brings To Mind An Array Of Mathematical Images: Circles, Triangles, The Pythagorean Theorem. Yet Geometry Is So Much More Than Shapes And Numbers; Indeed, It Governs Much Of Our Livesfrom Architecture And Microchips To Car Design, Animated Movies, The Molecules Of Food, Even Our Own Body Chemistry. And As Siobhan Roberts Elegantly Conveys In The King Of Infinite Space, There Can Be No Better Guide To The Majesty Of Geometry Than Donald Coxeter, Perhaps The Greatest Geometer Of The Twentieth Century.Many Of The Greatest Names In Intellectual Historypythagoras, Plato, Archimedes, Euclid Were Geometers, And Their Creativity And Achievements Illuminate Those Of Coxeter, Revealing Geometry To Be A Living, Everevolving Endeavor, An Intellectual Adventure That Has Always Been A Building Block Of Civilization. Coxeter'S Special Contributionshis Famed Coxeter Groups And Coxeter Diagramshave Been Called By Other Mathematicians 'Tools As Essential As Numbers Themselves,' But His Greatest Achievement Was To Almost Singlehandedly Preserve The Tradition Of Classical Geometry When It Was Under Attack In A Mathematical Era That Valued All Things Austere And Rational.Coxeter Also Inspired Many Outside The Field Of Mathematics. Artist M. C. Escher Credited Coxeter With Triggering His Legendary Circle Limit Patterns, While Futurist/Inventor Buckminster Fuller Acknowledged That His Famed Geodesic Dome Owed Much To Coxeter'S Vision. The King Of Infinite Space Is An Elegant Portal Into The Fascinating, Arcane World Of Geometry.
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- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: This book contains three hundred ninety-nine pages. It's a hardcover edition that provides a substantial reading experience.
- Q: What are the dimensions of 'King of Infinite Space'? A: The book measures six point four three inches in length, one point five inches in width, and nine point six two inches in height.
- Q: Who is the author of 'King of Infinite Space'? A: The author is Siobhan Roberts. She explores the life and contributions of Donald Coxeter to the field of geometry.
- Q: How is this book bound? A: This book is bound in hardcover. The durable binding is designed to withstand frequent reading.
- Q: What genre does 'King of Infinite Space' belong to? A: This book belongs to the Biographies and Memoirs genre. It details the life of mathematician Donald Coxeter.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in geometry? A: Yes, it is suitable for beginners. The author presents complex concepts in an accessible manner.
- Q: Can I gift this book to someone interested in mathematics? A: Yes, this book makes an excellent gift for anyone interested in mathematics or geometry.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: This book is appropriate for young adults and older, as it delves into advanced mathematical concepts.
- Q: What kind of reader will appreciate this book? A: Readers with an interest in mathematics, history, and biographies will appreciate this book.
- Q: How do I care for this hardcover book? A: To care for this hardcover book, keep it in a dry place and avoid exposure to direct sunlight to prevent fading.
- Q: Is this book in good condition? A: Yes, this book is classified as used but is in good condition. It is suitable for reading.
- Q: Can I return this book if I am not satisfied? A: Yes, most retailers allow returns for unsatisfactory purchases. Check the specific return policy where you buy it.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller immediately to arrange for an exchange or refund.
- Q: Are there any notable figures mentioned in this book? A: Yes, notable figures such as M. C. Escher and Buckminster Fuller are mentioned for their connections to Coxeter's work.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations or diagrams? A: Yes, the book includes illustrations and diagrams that help explain geometric concepts.