Description: Oliver Byrne's Elements of Euclid by Art Meets Science In one of the most stunning expositions of mathematical publishing, Oliver Byrne combines Euclids geometric theories with vibrant colour proofs, turning what was already a cornerstone academic text into a pedagogical work of art. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In one of the most stunning expositions of mathematical publishing, Oliver Byrne combines Euclids geometric theories with vibrant colour proofs, turning what was already a cornerstone academic text into a pedagogical work of art. First published in 1847, Oliver Byrnes Elements of Euclid is an innovative educational masterpiece. Uniquely beautiful in its presentation, Byrnes edition was the first attempt to illustrate the classic books of mathematical theorems written by the ancient Greek mathematician, Euclid of Alexandria, in 300BC. Scattered across each page in brilliant reds, blues and yellows are triangles, squares and circles combined in a myriad of combinations with intersecting lines and numbers. These intricate figures express the proofs of many of the iconic geometric equations that form the bedrock of mathematical study. This stunning example of numerical visual study greatly influenced the history of mathematics, with Euclids text being used in classrooms until the late nineteenth century. It has also proven to be an indispensable inspiration for following twentieth-century art movements, with avant-garde groups like De Stijl and The Bauhaus using Byrnes iconic colour, line work and form in many of their works. A facsimile edition of this legacy work has been painstakingly restored for a new generation to enjoy. Taking special care to conserve the colours, shapes and text as they were printed on publication in the hope to recapture the magic of this beautiful volume for future readers, both inside and outside of the classroom. Review "This work has a greater aim than mere illustration; we do not introduce colours for the purpose of entertainment, or to amuse by certain combinations of tint and form, but to assist the mind... to increase the facilities of instruction, and diffuse permanent knowledge."-Oliver Byrne, 1847 "Many parts of nature can neither be invented with sufficient subtlety, nor demonstrated with sufficient perspicuity... without the aid and intervening of the Mathematics."-Lord Bacon, 1871 Details ISBN1528770439 Author Art Meets Science Pages 308 Year 2022 ISBN-10 1528770439 ISBN-13 9781528770439 Format Hardcover Place of Publication Alcester Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2022-05-12 NZ Release Date 2022-05-12 Publisher Read Books Edition Description Art Meets Science ed. Imprint Read Books Audience General Publication Date 2022-05-12 Subtitle The First Six Books with Coloured Diagrams and Symbols UK Release Date 2022-05-12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:135437980;
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