Abbott, Edwin
Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions (Dover Thrift): A Romance of Many Dimensions
- ISBN 13:
- 9780486272634
- author:
- Abbott, Edwin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Dover Publications Inc.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1992
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 13.2 x 0.6 x 21 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- 19th century fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions by Edwin Abbott Abbott is a thought-provoking satire that explores the concept of multiple dimensions of space. Written by English clergyman, educator and Shakespearean scholar Edwin A. Abbott, this masterpiece of science fiction has charmed readers for over 100 years. In this fascinating tale, a mathematician from a two-dimensional world named A. Square embarks on a journey through various realms, each with its own unique characteristics. His adventures take him to Spaceland, Lineland, and Pointland, where he grapples with the idea of a fourth dimension. Abbott's unique blend of mathematics, science, and imagination makes for an instructive and entertaining read. This beautifully illustrated book offers a first-rate introduction to the concept of multiple dimensions of space, making it a stimulating read for anyone interested in science, physics, or mathematics.
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