An exquisite visual celebration of the 2,500-year history of
geometry
If you've ever thought that mathematics and art don't mix, this stunning
visual history of geometry will change your mind. As much a work of art
as a book about mathematics, Beautiful Geometry presents more than
sixty exquisite color plates illustrating a wide range of geometric
patterns and theorems, accompanied by brief accounts of the fascinating
history and people behind each. With artwork by Swiss artist Eugen Jost
and text by math historian Eli Maor, this unique celebration of geometry
covers numerous subjects, from straightedge-and-compass constructions to
intriguing configurations involving infinity. The result is a delightful
and informative illustrated tour through the 2,500-year-old history of
one of the most important branches of mathematics.