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Flatterland - (Art of Mentoring (Paperback)) Annotated by Ian Stewart (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Flatterland explores our present understanding of the shape and origins of the universe, the nature of space, time and matter, as well as modern geometries and their applications.
- About the Author: Ian Stewart is emeritus professor of mathematics at the University of Warwick.
- 320 Pages
- Science, General
- Series Name: Art of Mentoring (Paperback)
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About the Book
"Flatland, " (1884) is one of the all-time classics of popular mathematics. Now, from science writer Ian Stewart, comes a superb sequel. Through larger-than-life characters and an inspired story line, "Flatterland" explores the present understanding of the shape and origins of the universe, as well as modern geometries and their applications. Illustrations.Book Synopsis
Flatterland explores our present understanding of the shape and origins of the universe, the nature of space, time and matter, as well as modern geometries and their applications. The journey begins when our heroine, Victoria Line, comes upon her great-great-grandfather A. Square's diary, hidden in the attic. The writings help her to contact the Space Hopper, who tempts her away from her home and family in Flatland and becomes her guide and mentor through ten dimensions.About the Author
Ian Stewart is emeritus professor of mathematics at the University of Warwick. His recent books include Calculating the Cosmos, Significant Figures, In Pursuit of the Unknown, and Professor Stewart's Hoard of Mathematical Treasures. He is a fellow of the Royal Society. He lives in Coventry, UK.Dimensions (Overall): 8.2 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)
Weight: .7 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 320
Genre: Science
Sub-Genre: General
Series Title: Art of Mentoring (Paperback)
Publisher: Basic Books
Format: Paperback
Author: Ian Stewart
Language: English
Street Date: April 18, 2002
TCIN: 77269453
UPC: 9780738206752
Item Number (DPCI): 247-53-7441
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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