Euclid's Window: The Story of Geometry from Parallel Lines to Hyperspace

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Geometry's narrative, universe's order, cosmos unraveled.

If you find joy in connecting historical anecdotes with profound scientific insights, "Euclid's Window" offers a fascinating marriage of the two. Mlodinow's approachable writing escorts you through the corridors of history, illuminating how geometry helps make sense of the universe. It's a read that artfully transforms complex ideas into an engaging story, resonating with anyone curious about the foundations of our physical world.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Euclid's Window: The Story of Geometry from Parallel Lines to Hyperspace

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ISBN: 9780141009094
Authors: leonard-mlodinow
Publisher: Fisicalbook
Date of Publication: 2017-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Philosophy, History, Science
Goodreads rating: 3.89
(rated by 2141 readers)

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In Euclid's Window, Leonard Mlodinow takes us on a journey through 3,000 years of genius and geometry, introducing the people who revolutionized the way we see the world around us. Scientists and mathematicians have sought order in the universe, with figures like Euclid, Descartes, Gauss, Einstein, and Witten showing how geometry is key to understanding the universe. 'Elegant, attractive and concise... also very readable.' - Ian Stewart, New Scientist. 'This is an exhilarating book... an important book... and finally, a lovely book, one that reflects the radiance of its subject.' - David Berlinski. 'Reader-friendly, high-spirited, splendidly lucid and often hilarious.' - Washington Post. Leonard Mlodinow, a former faculty member at the Californian Institute of Technology, is currently Vice President, Emerging Technologies and R&D at Scholastic Inc. His other books include The Drunkard's Walk and Subliminal.
 

Geometry's narrative, universe's order, cosmos unraveled.

If you find joy in connecting historical anecdotes with profound scientific insights, "Euclid's Window" offers a fascinating marriage of the two. Mlodinow's approachable writing escorts you through the corridors of history, illuminating how geometry helps make sense of the universe. It's a read that artfully transforms complex ideas into an engaging story, resonating with anyone curious about the foundations of our physical world.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.