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Ruler and Compass

Practical Geometric Constructions

By (author) Andrew Sutton
Genres: Geometry
Format: Paperback / softback
Publisher: Wooden Books, Powys, United Kingdom
Published: 22nd Oct 2009
Dimensions: w 116mm h 166mm d 14mm
Weight: 60g
ISBN-10: 1904263666
ISBN-13: 9781904263661
Barcode No: 9781904263661
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Synopsis
How do you draw a heptagon? What about a heptakaidecagon? How do you fit circles perfectly into triangles? And around them? If the computer is down - could you do it with ruler and compass? In this unique little book, Andrew Sutton guides you through the once treasured principles of ruler and compass constructions, used for centuries by architects, carpenters, stonemasons and master craftsmen. Designed to last until the lights go out, this is a timeless book. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.

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