
Projective Geometry
Lawrence Edwards(Author)
Floris Books (Publisher)
3rd Edition
Published on 29. August 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
352 pages
978-1-78250-946-2 (ISBN)
Description
The elements of geometry are points, lines and planes, together with Space and Nothing. In Euclidian geometry, we observe these as if we are point-centred beings concerned with extensive measurement.
In non-Euclidian, or projective geometry, we are 'planar' beings observing spatial relations, free of measurement, as dynamic and transformational. This polar opposite vision of intensive space reveals remarkable secrets. In this fascinating and useful book, expert Lawrence Edwards invites the reader to discover these secrets through practical exercises in creative geometry. Topics include: the elements of geometry, duality, collineation, cross ratio, the circling and step measure, conics and the nature of a curve.
In non-Euclidian, or projective geometry, we are 'planar' beings observing spatial relations, free of measurement, as dynamic and transformational. This polar opposite vision of intensive space reveals remarkable secrets. In this fascinating and useful book, expert Lawrence Edwards invites the reader to discover these secrets through practical exercises in creative geometry. Topics include: the elements of geometry, duality, collineation, cross ratio, the circling and step measure, conics and the nature of a curve.
More details
Edition
3rd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Target group
Interest Age: From 15 to 18 years
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
200 b/w diagrams
Dimensions
Height: 156 mm
Width: 234 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
546 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78250-946-2 (9781782509462)
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Person
Lawrence Edwards (1912-2004) was a teacher of mathematics. He had pursued his unique research for over thirty years, focusing on the forms of living nature in relation to geometric analysis. He is the author of The Vortex of Life (Floris Books).