The Golden Ratio: The Divine Beauty of Mathematics

The Golden Ratio: The Divine Beauty of Mathematics

The Golden Ratio examines the presenceÂ of this divine numberÂ in art and architecture throughout history, as well as its ubiquity among plants, animals, and even the cosmos. This gorgeous bookâ€”with layflat dimensions that closely approximate the golden ratioâ€”featuresÂ clear, enlightening, and entertainingÂ commentary alongsideÂ stunningÂ full-colorÂ illustrations by Venezuelan artist and architect Rafael Araujo.

From the pyramids of Giza, to quasicrystals, to the proportions of the human face, the golden ratio has an infinite capacity to generate shapes with exquisite properties.Â This book invites you to take a new look at this timeless topic, with a compilation of research and information worthy of a text book, accompanied by over 200 beautiful color illustrations that transform this into the ultimate coffee table book.
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Author Gary Meisner shares the results of his twenty-year investigation and collaboration with thousands of people across the globe in dozens of professions and walks of life. The evidence will close the gaps of understanding related to many claims of the golden ratioâ€™s appearances and applications, and present new findings to take our knowledge further yet.
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Whoever you are, and whatever you may know about this topic, youâ€™ll find something new, interesting, and informative in this book, and may find yourself challenged to see, apply, and share this unique number of mathematics and science in new ways.
Country USA
Brand Race Point Publishing
Manufacturer Race Point Publishing
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 9781631064869
ReleaseDate 2018-10-09
UnitCount 1
UPCs 000000301299
EANs 9781631064869

Country	USA
Brand	Race Point Publishing
Manufacturer	Race Point Publishing
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	9781631064869
ReleaseDate	2018-10-09
UnitCount	1
UPCs	000000301299
EANs	9781631064869

The Golden Ratio: The Divine Beauty of Mathematics

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