The Golden Ratio: The Mathematical Language Of Beauty
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Fernando Corbalán
Binding: Hardback
Published: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC, 2016
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling non-fiction work uncovers the profound presence of the Golden Ratio, a unique mathematical constant, across various disciplines. It illustrates how this enigmatic number manifests in art, architecture, nature, and even the human body, presenting a captivating argument for its role as a fundamental principle of aesthetic harmony. Livio chronicles the historical and cultural significance of this ratio, from ancient Greek geometry to Renaissance masterpieces, revealing its enduring influence on human perception of beauty. The narrative details complex mathematical concepts with clarity, making them accessible to a broad audience while maintaining scholarly rigor. This insightful volume ultimately argues for a universal language of beauty rooted in numerical precision.
Author: Fernando Corbalán
Binding: Hardback
Published: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC, 2016
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling non-fiction work uncovers the profound presence of the Golden Ratio, a unique mathematical constant, across various disciplines. It illustrates how this enigmatic number manifests in art, architecture, nature, and even the human body, presenting a captivating argument for its role as a fundamental principle of aesthetic harmony. Livio chronicles the historical and cultural significance of this ratio, from ancient Greek geometry to Renaissance masterpieces, revealing its enduring influence on human perception of beauty. The narrative details complex mathematical concepts with clarity, making them accessible to a broad audience while maintaining scholarly rigor. This insightful volume ultimately argues for a universal language of beauty rooted in numerical precision.